Chaplain I: Caring Spiritual Counselor

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a hospital chaplain to provide pastoral care and counseling to patients, families, associates, medical staff, and visitors. The role requires a Master’s degree in Divinity or Theology and 1–3 years of hospital chaplain experience.

Preferred certifications include board-certified chaplains from IC, NAJC, or NAC. The chaplain will work with diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, demonstrating compassionate listening and spiritual guidance in

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Divinity or Theology required.
• Hospital chaplain experience 1–3 years required.
• Board certification(s) preferred (e.g., Jewish/Catholic/Religious Chaplain certifications).
• Functional knowledge of major faiths and ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides pastoral care and/or counseling to patients, family members, Associates and Medical Staff.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Skills

Religious knowledge

Counseling skills

Active listening

Cross-cultural competence

Education

Master's Degree Divinity

Master's Degree Theology

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a hospital chaplain to provide pastoral care and counseling to patients, families, associates, medical staff, and visitors. The role requires a Master’s degree in Divinity or Theology and 1–3 years of hospital chaplain experience.

Preferred certifications include board-certified chaplains from IC, NAJC, or NAC. The chaplain will work with diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, demonstrating compassionate listening and spiritual guidance in