Hospital Chaplain: Spiritual Care & Bereavement Support

careers-bayfronthealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health seeks a hospital chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families and staff on assigned units. The role is located in a hospital setting, with responsibilities spanning rounds, crisis intervention and bereavement support.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in theology (MDiv preferred) with ACPE- recognized CPE units, and ordination/licensure as a chaplain. Active faith and DoD-listed endorsements are required.

Qualifications

• Master level degree required; Master of Divinity preferred; equivalent degrees may be considered.
• Accreditation by ATS preferred or listed in DAPIP.
• 4 units of CPE for full-time, 2 for part-time, 1 for pool; units recognized by ACPE/APC/NACC/NAJC/CPSP/CPE-I/ICPT.
• Active spiritual faith demonstrated.
• Ordination/licensure/endorsement as chaplain by a recognized religious body per DoD list.

Responsibilities

• Provides spiritual and emotional care for patients, loved ones and team members on assigned unit(s).
• Documents interventions on the patient chart including referrals and spiritual assessments.
• Participates in rounds, case reviews, ethics consultations and advanced directive consults.
• Provides crisis intervention and bereavement support for those experiencing suffering or loss.
• Performs sacramental and chapel services or arranges for provision by community clergy.
• Maintains attendance and compliance with Orlando Health policies and applicable laws.
• Provides education, inspiration and support to promote spirituality and health for patients and staff.
• Per request, offers devotions and invocations for Orlando Health events.

Skills

Active spiritual faith

Education

Master's degree in theology

Job description

Orlando Health seeks a hospital chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families and staff on assigned units. The role is located in a hospital setting, with responsibilities spanning rounds, crisis intervention and bereavement support.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in theology (MDiv preferred) with ACPE- recognized CPE units, and ordination/licensure as a chaplain. Active faith and DoD-listed endorsements are required.