Compassionate Hospital Chaplain, Evening Shift

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Chaplain to provide emotional, spiritual, and pastoral support at their Birmingham location. This part-time position requires a Master of Divinity and involves offering crisis intervention and spiritual counseling to patients and families. The ideal candidate will be equipped to work collaboratively with medical teams and ensure compassionate care across diverse beliefs.

Responsibilities include facilitating rituals, assisting with care planning, and maintaining spiritual support for staff. BCC certification is required, along with clinical pastoral education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of residency preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in spiritual care required.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to support patients' needs.
• Offer crisis intervention and spiritual counseling.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Crisis intervention skills

Understanding of diverse faiths

Education

Master of Divinity or equivalent graduate degree

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Chaplain to provide emotional, spiritual, and pastoral support at their Birmingham location. This part-time position requires a Master of Divinity and involves offering crisis intervention and spiritual counseling to patients and families. The ideal candidate will be equipped to work collaboratively with medical teams and ensure compassionate care across diverse beliefs.

Responsibilities include facilitating rituals, assisting with care planning, and maintaining spiritual support for staff. BCC certification is required, along with clinical pastoral education.