Hospital Chaplain

Allina Health; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible

Union-friendly bonuses (if applicable)

Job summary

Allina Health Chaplains promote the spiritual well-being of patients, families, and employees through culturally responsive, trauma-informed spiritual care. The role requires empathy, cerified education, and collaboration with care teams in a hospital setting.

The position is 0.8 FTE with 8-hour day shifts and no weekend work, reflecting a stable schedule within the Mercy/Unity department. You will document encounters in the electronic medical record and participate in facility rounds.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity or equivalent.
• Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• One year of experience as a spiritual care provider (hospital, hospice, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Delivers or arranges spiritual care to patients and families; assess needs, respond to referrals, lead groups and document in EMR.
• Promotes spiritual and emotional well-being of employees through consultations and group activities.
• Provides education programs and consultations on spirituality, communication, ethics, grief and culturally responsive care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and committees to address spiritual, religious, and cultural needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spiritual care experience

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Divinity or equivalent

Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education

One year of experience as a spiritual care provider

Job description

Location Address

550 Osborne Rd NEFridley, MN 55432-2718

Date Posted

October 02, 2026

Department

16000796 Spiritual Care Mercy/Unity

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

32

Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

None

Job Summary

At Allina Health, we are All Together Better. We believe in the holistic care of our patients, which includes attending to their spiritual and emotional well-being. As a hospital chaplain, you will play a pivotal role in providing compassionate support and guidance to patients, families, and staff during some of life's most challenging moments.

Key Position Details

• 0.8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shifts
• No weekends

Job Description

Allina Health Chaplains promote the spiritual well-being of patients, families, and employees through the provision of culturally responsive, trauma informed spiritual care.

Principle Responsibilities

• Delivers or arranges spiritual care to patients and families; this includes assessing spiritual needs, responding to referrals, leading groups, providing care during end-of-life and crisis situations, and effectively documenting each encounter in the electronic medical record.
• Promotes the spiritual and emotional well-being of Allina Health employees by facilitating individual consultations, Acute Incident Impact Debriefs, reflection group, community rituals, memorial services, etc.
• Provides education programs and consultations related to spirituality, family communication, ethical decision-making, grief and loss, culturally responsive care, etc.
• Supports an interdisciplinary approach to spiritual care by regularly participating in team rounds and meetings, serving on committees, and working to ensure that the unique spiritual, religious, and cultural needs of patients, families, and employees are addressed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity or equivalent
• Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education
• One year of experience as a spiritual care provider (I.E. hospital, hospice, long-term care facility, faith community, public safety, community chaplain, military chaplain, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of four units of Clinical Pastoral Education
• Two years of experience as a spiritual care provider

Licenses/Certifications

• Board certification as a professional chaplain preferred
• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment in hospice setting

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.07 to $42.59 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.