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Westminster Palms

Chaplain

Daytona Beach, FL

Westminster Communities of Florida is seeking to fill a part-time Chaplain position to serve the residents at a senior living community in Daytona Beach, Florida. This position will provide spiritual ...

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OPS CHAPLAIN - F/C - 70930582

Indiantown, FL · On-site

$21/hr

Play a key role in supervising the volunteer program and support the Senior Chaplain with impactful institutional visits and meetings. Join us in this fulfilling role where your leadership and ...

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OPS CHAPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR - F/C

Bristol, FL · On-site

$21/hr

Play a key role in supervising the volunteer program and support the Senior Chaplain with impactful institutional visits and meetings. Join us in this fulfilling role where your leadership and ...

UF Health

Chaplain

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

The chaplain will be responsible for providing pastoral care coverage, which includes both timely ... Immediate notification to Department Director and/or Senior Director of Customer Relations ...

UF Health

Chaplain

Jacksonville, FL

The chaplain will be responsible for providing pastoral care coverage, which includes both timely ... Immediate notification to Department Director and/or Senior Director of Customer Relations ...

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital

Priest Chaplain

Miami, FL · On-site

Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Priest Chaplain opening. We ...

Corporate Chaplains of America

Full-Time Chaplain

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

$55K - $57K/yr

Provide regular onsite workplace chaplain care and relationship-based ministry within assigned ... Comply with requests and direction from senior CCA leadership Qualifications To perform this role ...

Corporate Chaplains of America

Full-Time Chaplain

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

$55K - $57K/yr

Provide regular onsite workplace chaplain care and relationship-based ministry within assigned ... Comply with requests and direction from senior CCA leadership Qualifications To perform this role ...

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How much do senior chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior chaplain in Florida is $47,518.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,200.00 and $59,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Chaplain vs Chaplain?

AspectSenior ChaplainChaplain
CredentialsTypically requires ordination, certification, and experienceRequires ordination or certification, often less experience needed
Work EnvironmentHospitals, military, prisons, large organizationsHospitals, military, prisons, religious institutions
ResponsibilitiesLeadership, mentorship, complex spiritual careProviding spiritual support, counseling, basic services

Senior Chaplains generally have more experience, leadership duties, and oversee other chaplains. Chaplains provide essential spiritual care and support in various settings. The main difference lies in the level of responsibility and experience required.

What is a senior chaplain?

Senior Chaplains are experienced spiritual leaders who provide pastoral care, religious guidance, and emotional support within institutions such as hospitals, prisons, military organizations, or universities. They often oversee a team of chaplains, coordinate religious services, and serve as a liaison between the institution and faith communities. Their responsibilities include counseling individuals, facilitating religious observances, and supporting staff and families during times of crisis. Senior Chaplains are typically ordained clergy with significant experience in pastoral care and leadership.

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Infographic showing various Senior Chaplain job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $47,518 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

Chaplain (Per Diem)

Nicklaus Children's Health System

Miami, FL • On-site

Per diem

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Description
Job Summary
Provides direct pastoral care to patients and families of diverse faith traditions under the supervision of the Pastoral Care Leadership in accordance with established procedures. Available to Nicklaus team members to provide overall spiritual guidance. Works under the direction of the Sr. Chaplain.
Job Specific Duties
  • Responds to patient/family requests, assesses families and documents visits/interventions within 24 hours of receiving request; administers and documents the sacrament of baptism when indicated; administers religious rites in observance of the patient's faith tradition (this may include consulting or involving a clergy representative of the family's faith); documents all referrals. Informs the Senior Chaplain regarding completed activities and amount of hours worked.
  • Conducts assessments to identify, address and meet the spiritual needs of patients and families.
  • Assists the Senior Chaplain with the planning of worship services on major holidays and other observances. Assists with chapel-related tasks such as the stocking and distribution of spiritual reading material.
  • Collaborates and communicates with multidisciplinary team members in identifying and resolving issues; coordinates the patient's spiritual plan or approach while keeping social workers and other disciplines informed. Focuses on the importance of well-coordinated workflow to ensure effective continuity of care.
  • Regularly reviews the PEDS electronic health record to identify requests. Prioritizes requests according to acuity level and consistently documents visits to patients/families who have asked to see the chaplain. Transfers all relevant completed or pending case information to the Senior Chaplain.
  • Assists the patient and family spiritually with end of life themes and during the patient's terminal phase. Responds rapidly when a death occurs and provides crisis intervention, grief/bereavement support, and conducts memorial prayer services when indicated.
  • Responds to emergency situations/codes blue, orange, D, etc. when in house. If on-call, responds within 45 minutes to patient or family requests for spiritual assistance. Consistently communicates with team members such as the bedside nurse to clarify request-related issues and to determine the most appropriate course of action.
  • Serves as a liaison with community and visiting clergy; upon patient/family request, arranges the provision of pastoral services by contacting their spiritual leader; when indicated, initiates referrals to other hospital chaplains.
  • Is observant of the importance of attaining pastoral care KPI-related goals; actively participates in competency as well as survey readiness reviews/updates.

Qualifications
Minimum Job Requirements
  • Masters of Divinity or Masters of Arts from an accredited school
  • Four units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) from an accredited center. Board certification from a religious association such as ACPE (Assoc. of Clinical Pastoral Education), NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains), etc. within one year of employment.
  • Requirements for the Roman Catholic Priest and Jewish Rabbi will not require the completion of the 4 units of CPE nor the board certification by the APC. The Roman Catholic Priest will have completed equivalent training and certifications per the Roman Catholic Church and the Archdiocese of Miami. The Jewish Rabbi will have completed the appropriate rabbinical training and certification.Ordination by a recognized religious body and endorsement by the appropriate ecclesiastical authority; endorsement for specialized hospital ministry by the proper ecclesiastical authority.
  • Level II Background Check
  • Two years of pastoral care experience in a hospital/healthcare setting serving pediatric, adult or geriatric patient populations; other pastoral care-related expertise will be considered.
  • A Roman Catholic Priest will have permission (faculties) from the Archbishop or designated ecclesiastical authority.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Continuous exposure to diverse faith traditions preferred.
  • Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality of all patient/family information.
  • Ability to communicate promptly, clearly, and courteously with all hospital team members and customers.
  • Knowledge in the use of computers, Microsoft Office applications, PEDS, and ability to learn appropriate software applications to enter and access patient/family data.
  • Develops and maintains knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, conferences, and other continuing education programs.
  • Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
  • Ability to evaluate and assess situation to provide spiritual care to patient and the family.
  • Ability to understand, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.

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