Hospital Chaplain I - 24/7 Spiritual Care

Bon Secours; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours seeks a Chaplain I for St. Mary’s Hospital Richmond to provide spiritual care to patients, families, and staff within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes compassionate pastoral care, crisis support, and adherence to the organization's mission and values. You will respond to religious needs across diverse populations, support end-of-life care, and participate in a 24/7 call schedule including holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required) in a related field such as Religious or Theological Studies.
• Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Complete 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within first year of employment (required).
• One unit of CPE completed (preferred).
• Experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting (preferred).
• Completion of lay ministry or ordination process (Required).
• Documentation of faith community endorsement by official representatives (Required).
• Complete 1 unit of CPE within first year of employment (required).

Responsibilities

• Recognizes sacramental needs of the Catholic population.
• Provide for religious and ritual needs of diverse faith groups.
• Minister to a diverse population with non-proselytizing approach and provide emotional and spiritual support.
• Provide pastoral presence using active listening and calm communication.
• Offer spiritual support to end-of-life situations and crisis events (Code Blue, Death, Trauma).
• Work on a 24/7 call schedule including holidays and weekends.

Skills

Active listening

Pastoral care

Empathy

Communication

Interfaith dialogue

Teamwork

Crisis counseling

Public relations

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Bon Secours seeks a Chaplain I for St. Mary’s Hospital Richmond to provide spiritual care to patients, families, and staff within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes compassionate pastoral care, crisis support, and adherence to the organization's mission and values. You will respond to religious needs across diverse populations, support end-of-life care, and participate in a 24/7 call schedule including holidays and weekends.