Hospital Chaplain: Spiritual Care & Crisis Support (PRN)

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Chaplain PRN to meet the spiritual, emotional, and psychological needs of patients and families. The role serves employees, visitors and physicians, conducts initial assessments, and follows patient care plans while collaborating with the care team.

The chaplain will demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and crisis intervention skills, maintaining professional standards and contributing to mission-driven activities within the system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree, preferably in related field.
• Four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE) from accredited institutions.
• One year experience (may be concurrent with CPE).

Responsibilities

• Facilitates a supportive environment for patients, families, visitors, employees and physicians.
• Provides spiritual care and leadership support to patients, staff and organization.
• Mentors CPE students and spiritual care volunteers; orients and precepts new chaplains.
• Participates in department and hospital initiatives; supports mission, vision and values.

Skills

Endorsed for chaplaincy

English proficiency

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor degree

Four units of CPE

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Chaplain PRN to meet the spiritual, emotional, and psychological needs of patients and families. The role serves employees, visitors and physicians, conducts initial assessments, and follows patient care plans while collaborating with the care team.

The chaplain will demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and crisis intervention skills, maintaining professional standards and contributing to mission-driven activities within the system.