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Lutheran Living

Activity Assistant/CNA CERTIFIED

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Lutheran Living Senior Campus spiritual care includes a full-time chaplain and staff serving all faiths and supporting residents and families. Faith Chapel is open for weekly worship, prayer, and ...

Lutheran Living

RN/LPN:MDS/Infection control

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

Lutheran Living Senior Campus spiritual care includes a full-time chaplain and staff serving all faiths and supporting residents and families. Faith Chapel is open for weekly worship, prayer, and ...

Lutheran Living

Activity Assistant/CNA CERTIFIED

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Lutheran Living Senior Campus spiritual care includes a full-time chaplain and staff serving all faiths and supporting residents and families. Faith Chapel is open for weekly worship, prayer, and ...

Lutheran Living

RN/LPN:MDS/Infection control

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

Lutheran Living Senior Campus spiritual care includes a full-time chaplain and staff serving all faiths and supporting residents and families. Faith Chapel is open for weekly worship, prayer, and ...

Sanford Health

Chaplain, Hospice

Sheldon, IA · On-site

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Sanford Health

Chaplain, Hospice

Sheldon, IA

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Sanford Health

Hospice Chaplain

Fargo, ND · On-site

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Sanford Health

Hospice Chaplain

Fargo, ND · On-site

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Sanford Health

Hospice Chaplain

Fargo, ND

$28/hr

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Sanford Health

Hospice Chaplain

Fargo, ND

... or credentialed as a chaplain, along with being endorsed or affirmed for this ministry by ... the Lutheran Tradition." Required to be ordained, licensed or commissioned to function in a ...

Lutheran Life Communities

CNA

Arlington Heights, IL · On-site

$19 - $22.50/hr

The Lutheran Home Hearthstone Assisted Living in Arlington Heights is hiring a PRN CNA. $21.00/hour ... WellBeing mental health support * 24/7 Chaplain counseling * 365 Program for new team member ...

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How much do lutheran chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for lutheran chaplain in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Lutheran chaplain?

Lutheran Chaplains are ordained ministers or trained laypersons who provide spiritual care, counseling, and support within various settings such as hospitals, military, prisons, or schools. They draw from Lutheran theology and traditions to offer guidance, lead worship services, administer sacraments, and support individuals in times of crisis or transition. Lutheran Chaplains work with people of all backgrounds, offering compassionate, nonjudgmental care while respecting each person's beliefs and needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Lutheran chaplain?

To thrive as a Lutheran Chaplain, you generally need a Master of Divinity degree, denominational endorsement, and ordination in the Lutheran church. Familiarity with pastoral care tools, spiritual assessment frameworks, and electronic health record systems is commonly required in healthcare or institutional settings. Compassion, strong listening skills, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for providing effective spiritual support and counseling. These abilities ensure that the chaplain can offer meaningful guidance, comfort, and ethical leadership within diverse and often challenging environments.

How does a Lutheran chaplain collaborate with other healthcare professionals in a hospital setting?

A Lutheran Chaplain often works closely with doctors, nurses, social workers, and other chaplains to provide holistic care to patients and their families. They participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient needs and offer spiritual perspectives that may impact care decisions. Effective communication and mutual respect are key, as chaplains support both patients and staff during times of crisis, grief, or ethical dilemmas. This collaborative environment allows chaplains to advocate for spiritual care as an integral part of the healing process.

What is the difference between Lutheran Chaplain vs Hospital Chaplain?

AspectLutheran ChaplainHospital Chaplain
CredentialsRequires theological degree, ordination, and denominational certificationRequires theological degree, ordination, and often hospital-specific training
Work EnvironmentReligious settings, military, prisons, or community organizationsHospitals, healthcare facilities, medical centers
Employer & IndustryReligious institutions, military, prisons, community servicesHealthcare providers, hospitals, medical networks

Both Lutheran Chaplains and Hospital Chaplains provide spiritual support, but Lutheran Chaplains specifically serve Lutheran communities and often work in religious or community settings. Hospital Chaplains focus on providing spiritual care within healthcare environments, regardless of denomination. The key difference lies in their primary work settings and the specific certification requirements related to their roles.

Can I be a Lutheran Chaplain without being ordained?

Lutheran Chaplains typically need to be ordained or commissioned by their denomination to serve in chaplaincy roles, especially in military, hospital, or institutional settings. Some positions may accept candidates in the process of ordination or with specific theological training, but full ordination is generally required for official chaplaincy duties.

Is there a high demand for Lutheran chaplains?

The demand for Lutheran chaplains varies by region and institution, but overall, chaplain positions are expected to grow due to increasing healthcare, military, and institutional needs. Lutheran chaplains typically require relevant certification and often work in hospitals, military settings, or prisons, with job availability influenced by institutional funding and community needs.

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Infographic showing various Lutheran Chaplain job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,587 per year, or $30.6 per hour.

Campus Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life

Rock Island, IL • On-site

Augustana College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$64K - $74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Join Our Mission at Augustana College
At Augustana College, we don’t just educate students - we empower them. As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships—the driving forces of our Bold amp; Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29).
For our 2,500 students, Augustana offers a collaborative and student-focused environment, in which faculty and staff play an active role in shaping futures through hands-on learning, mentorship and leadership development. Located on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the vibrant Quad-Cities metropolitan area (pop. 470,000), about a 3-hour drive from Chicago.
We seek mission-driven professionals who are passionate about student success, innovation and making an impact. If you thrive in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration and the power of transformative education, we invite you to bring your talents to Augustana.
Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.
Job Title: Campus Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life
Status: Full-time, Exempt position – 12-month work schedule
Reports To: Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students
Overview: The Campus Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life provides spiritual leadership to the campus community through efforts designed to cultivate connection, explore purpose and to intersect faith and learning. Successful candidates should bring experience working with young adults. This includes implementation of the college’s strategic directives as informed by the Five Faith Commitments of Augustana College and Rooted and Open: The Common Calling of the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities.
Augustana’s next Campus Chaplain will be called to lead a diverse and changing campus community in the promotion of spiritual health, wholeness and growth by means “deeply rooted in the Lutheran intellectual tradition and boldly open to insights from other religious and secular traditions” (Rooted and Open). This position will provide spiritual formation and educational leadership through planning and directing programs and activities related to ministry, service and vocational development, and the promotion of the mission, purpose and goals of Augustana College.
Primary Duties:
  • Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance to the Augustana College community, with a particular focus on college students.
  • Be an active, collaborative member of the Student Life division. Examples include participation in Orientation, Welcome Week, residential life programs, and student life events and meetings.
  • Collaborate with departments across campus to develop and implement student programming to support the mission of Augustana College.
  • Design (often with students and colleagues), coordinate and preside at worship services throughout the academic year.
  • Build and lead a spiritual and religious life leadership team composed of students who work with the Chaplain in planning, coordinating, and implementing the campus ministry program.
  • Foster campus conversations that build understanding of the Five Faith Commitments, Rooted and Open and similar documents informing the missional aspect of the shared life of the campus community.
  • Nurture and promote the spiritual and worship lives of non-Lutheran and non-Christian students, including when desirable, inviting partnership with religious communities in the Quad Cities region, and serving as advisor to Interfaith student organizations.
  • Develop campus ministry programming that engages a diverse student body, inviting students to examine their faith and spirituality through vocational reflection, service opportunities and Interfaith engagement.
  • Serve as an active member of the planning, implementation, and execution of the ALIVE Program (Augustana Leaders in Vocational Exploration).
  • Oversee, advise and as necessary organize designated spiritual life and service groups among students (e.g., Campus Cupboard), and serve as a partner or liaison to faculty / staff / community partners serving as advisors to such groups.
  • Plan and oversee special commemorations and services for the campus community as appropriate, including traditional activities related to the opening and closing of the academic year, Homecoming, Advent, Yom HaShoah, and similar commemorations.
  • Foster and provide support for the well-being and wellness of the College community, including serving as a liaison between the College and students/families in times of personal or family emergency.
  • Organize retreats, service trips and civic engagement activities in alignment with the academic calendar.
  • Encourage and as appropriate assist in planning programs and camps that bring pre-college students to the Augustana campus.
  • Manage campus ministries staff and relevant budgets.
  • In consultation with the Vice President of Student Life, partner with the Offices of Advancement and Admissions in activities that engage alumni and prospective students in the campus ministry program.
  • Serve on the leadership team of the Presidential Center for Faith and Learning, acting as a liaison with the Vice President of Student Life.
  • Serve on appropriate institutional and student life committees as assigned.
  • Be an active participant in the colleague group of Chaplains at ELCA Colleges.
  • Serve as a liaison to the ELCA, including as appropriate the congregations and synodical structures of the Northern Illinois and Southeast Iowa Synods.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Vice President of Student Life.
Skills and Experience:
  • 3 to 5 years of ministry experience.
  • Clear understanding of ministry in a college setting. Specifically, understanding the needs of current students.
  • Familiarity with the traditions and values of Lutheran higher education, especially as understood in the ELCA.
  • An ability to graciously lead Christian ministries within ecumenical and interfaith contexts.
  • Culturally agile and proficient, and dedicated to culture and connection.
  • Demonstrated administrative ability to work independently and make sound, timely decisions.
  • Managerial and supervisory experience.
  • Strong communication skills, both in writing and orally.
  • Experience and comfort in using technologies and social media.
Requirements:
  • Master of Divinity or related Master’s degree required. Additional or advanced education (doctorate) and training is valued.
  • An ordained Minister of Word and Sacrament in good standing with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), and eligible for the clergy roster of the Northern Illinois Synod.
Work Environment: Work assignments may require working indoors and outdoors. Evening and weekend work will be required, albeit typically planned with appropriate notice. The exception would be during campus / world emergencies.

Physical Demands: This position requires light physical effort. Position may require long periods of standing or walking, and may require frequent lifting of lightweight material.
Travel: This position requires regular travel locally to engage with community partners and minimal, intermittent distance travel for Augustana and ELCA related meetings and business. Must be able to drive a vehicle.
Additional Information:

Pay and Benefits: The hiring range for this position is $64,000 - $74,000 annually based on experience and qualifications. Candidates who meet clergy eligibility requirements may request that a portion of their compensation be designated as a housing allowance consistent with IRS regulations.
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of employees:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
  • Life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental insurance programs
  • Retirement plan with a generous company contribution
  • Excellent paid time off/holiday benefits
  • Tuition benefits for employees and their family members
  • Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.)
You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.
Application Instructions: For consideration, interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, a copy of a delivered sermon including the context and audience (written, audio or video), and a one page professional philosophy / approach to the applicant’s vocation to serve as a College Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life.
Note:
Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Augustana College provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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