Hospital Chaplain: Spiritual Care & Healing

MHM Support Services; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Chaplain to support patients, families, and staff by providing spiritual care and emotional support during illness or stress. The role operates within a strong pastoral team, aligning with Mercy’s mission and service standards.

The ideal candidate holds a theology-related degree and a CPE unit, with experience visiting the sick in a ministry context, and endorsable by faith communities. The environment emphasizes compassion, respect, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Ministry, Divinity, or related field or equivalent education and experience.
• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent experience; up to one year to complete the unit if equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Visit the sick in a ministry capacity.
• Provide spiritual, social, and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary clinical team to deliver compassionate care.
• Uphold Mercy Service Standards and mission in all interactions.

Skills

Compassion and respect

Good communication

Listening skills

Self-reflective

Emotional resilience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Theology/Ministry/Divinity or related field

One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Chaplain to support patients, families, and staff by providing spiritual care and emotional support during illness or stress. The role operates within a strong pastoral team, aligning with Mercy’s mission and service standards.

The ideal candidate holds a theology-related degree and a CPE unit, with experience visiting the sick in a ministry context, and endorsable by faith communities. The environment emphasizes compassion, respect, and collaboration.