Hospital Chaplain: 24/7 Spiritual Care Leader

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Staff Chaplain for 24-hour rotating shifts at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Faulkner Hospital locations.

The role provides spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff, including bedside and outpatient settings, with involvement in team meetings and family conferences. Responsibilities include leading hospital-wide and interfaith services, 1:1 encounters, and group gatherings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Graduate diploma in a related field is preferred.
• Board certification in chaplaincy is preferred.
• Experience in a hospital/healthcare setting is required (2–3 years).

Responsibilities

• Counsel individuals or groups concerning spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
• Share information about religious issues through articles, speeches, or teaching.
• Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
• Visit patients, families, and staff to provide comfort and support.
• Administer religious rites or ordinances.

Skills

Spiritual care

Healthcare ethics

Trauma-informed care

Crisis response

Grief counseling

EMR documentation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Graduate Diploma related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Staff Chaplain for 24-hour rotating shifts at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Faulkner Hospital locations.

The role provides spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff, including bedside and outpatient settings, with involvement in team meetings and family conferences. Responsibilities include leading hospital-wide and interfaith services, 1:1 encounters, and group gatherings.