Chaplain Non Cert
About the Role
As our Chaplain, you will serve as a vital spiritual leader and compassionate caregiver within our hospital community, providing essential spiritual counseling and support to patients, families, and staff. You will offer compassionate presence, support, and appropriate rituals, especially during times of crisis or grief, and collaborate with the healthcare team to advocate for spiritual needs and integrate holistic care while respecting diverse beliefs.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct spiritual care tailored to recipients' spirituality, culture, religious preference, and health status.
- Work closely with care managers, interdisciplinary care teams, social workers, nursing, and medical staff to provide spiritual care insights.
- Prepare timely, accurate, and thorough documentation in accordance with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) standards.
- Provide spiritual consultation and emotional support for staff experiencing work-related or personal stress, including private conversations while respecting work schedules.
- Collaborate with CPE students, volunteers, and local clergy to extend spiritual care services.
- Offer education and ethical consultation for patients, families, staff, and volunteers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (or in the fourth unit) upon hire.
- Enrollment in a Master’s degree in theology or an associated discipline recognized by a chaplaincy certifying body upon hire.
- Within 36 months of hire, achieve one of the following certifications:
- Catholic Chaplain
- Board Certified Chaplain (APC)
- Certified Supervisor of Clinical Pastoral Education
- BCC - Jewish Chaplain
- BCC - Canadian Spiritual
About the Workplace
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Our organization is committed to healing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—through a comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites across the Puget Sound region. We offer a full spectrum of healthcare services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, grounded in rigorous research and education. Our team delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities.
Pay
$32.38 - $53.43 per hour.