Chaplain Associate

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking an Associate Chaplain to provide pastoral care across Good Samaritan, Bethesda North, and Hospice of Cincinnati. The role focuses on presence, listening, and emotional/spiritual support in a clinical setting.

This PRN position offers exposure to CPE; requires High School Diploma or GED, 1 unit CPE within 6 months, and ordination or endorsement within 180 days. On-call, weekends/evenings; benefits eligibility as per policy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education to be completed within 6 months of hire (2 units preferred).
• Ordination or Endorsement by a recognized faith group within 180 days is required.

Responsibilities

• Documents on EPIC and nurses with patient religious information and advance directives.
• Provide emotional/spiritual support through prayer, listening, and presence.
• Integrate into assigned care units and participate in rounds and team education.
• Pursue continued professional development: 20 hours of continuing pastoral education for non-certified chaplains.

Skills

Pastoral care

Active listening

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

CPE (1 unit)

Ordination/Endorsement within 180 days

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Description

At TriHealth, we believe compassionate care includes tending to the spiritual and emotional needs of every patient and family. As an Associate Chaplain, you will play a meaningful role in delivering pastoral care across Good Samaritan Hospital, Bethesda North Hospital, and Hospice of Cincinnati—offering presence, listening, and support during moments that matter most.

This role is ideal for individuals beginning or growing their pastoral care journey. You’ll provide spiritual support through prayer, active listening, and connection to spiritual resources, while gaining hands‑on experience in a clinical setting. As part of a collaborative pastoral care team, you’ll contribute to patient‑centered care by documenting spiritual needs, supporting advance care planning discussions, and integrating into assigned care units through rounds and team engagement.

At TriHealth, we foster growth and development—supporting you in completing Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), pursuing ordination or endorsement, and building your professional foundation in chaplaincy. Flexibility and teamwork are key, as you support cross‑coverage needs and participate in on‑call care.

At TriHealth, You’ll Find

• A meaningful entry point into chaplaincy with hands‑on clinical experience
• A mission‑driven environment focused on whole‑person healing and compassionate presence
• Opportunities for growth and development, including CPE completion and continuing pastoral education
• A collaborative, supportive team culture where flexibility and service are valued
• The ability to make a daily impact through spiritual care, listening, and connection

Location

Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Work Schedule

• PRN
• Shift varies
• Weekend, Holiday, and On call rotation

Incentives & Benefits

This position is classified as PRN and is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 1 Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education to be completed within 6 months of hire (2 units preferred). Ordination or Endorsement by a recognized faith group within 180 Days is required

Job Overview

This position is to provide Pastoral Care Support at Good Samaritan, Bethesda North Hospital and Hospice of Cincinnati.

Job Responsibilities

• Documents on EPIC, appropriate information for the nurses, documents about patients' religion and advance directives. Informs patients of spiritual opportunities available, offers emotional/spiritual support through prayers and listening presence. Is a good team members by being generous and flexible in cross coverage for sicknesses and vacations.
• Demonstrates flexibility and initiative in providing services and participation in on-call as appropriate. Provides Pastoral Care on assigned units of hospital. Demonstrate how you have integrated into your assigned clinical areas (team education, patient care rounds, routine visits, etc.)
• Functions as a positive member of the pastoral care team.
• Pursues continued Professional Development: NON-CERTIFIED CHAPLAINS (Chaplain Associate): Completion of 20 hours of continuing pastoral education.

Other Related Information

• On-call, some weekends, and evenings

Working Conditions

Bending - Occasionally

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Frequently

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasionally

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally

Pulling - Rarely

Pushing - Rarely

Reaching - Occasionally

Reading - Consistently

Sitting - Frequently

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Rarely

Talking - Frequently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Frequently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

About Us

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