Hospital Chaplain: Weekend Spiritual Care Leader

UMass Memorial Medical Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus possible

Job summary

UMass Memorial Medical Group in Massachusetts is seeking a Hospital Chaplain to deliver pastoral and spiritual care to patients, families, and staff across all campuses. The role offers a multi-faith presence and requires collaboration with interpreters and the interdisciplinary team.

The position supports end-of-life care, crisis intervention, and spiritual counseling, including rites and rituals. Weekend coverage and flexible scheduling are essential components of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering spiritual care in hospital settings.
• Ability to provide multi-faith pastoral care.
• Certification with professional chaplain organizations.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible hours.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient and family spiritual needs and develops pastoral care plan.
• Responds to pastoral care emergencies and provides 24-hour coverage.
• Documents assessments and visits in the patient record.
• Coordinates with interpreter services for culturally competent care.
• Provides spiritual care including sacraments, rituals, and end-of-life support.
• Collaborates with Palliative Care team on ethical decision making and goals of care.
• Leads public worship/spiritual practices for the Medical Center.
• Promotes integration of pastoral care into hospital practices and committees.
• Maintains relationships with faith communities and spiritual leaders.

Skills

Pastoral care

Spiritual care

Multifaith presence

Cultural competence

Emergency response

Education

Professional chaplain certification

Job description

UMass Memorial Medical Group in Massachusetts is seeking a Hospital Chaplain to deliver pastoral and spiritual care to patients, families, and staff across all campuses. The role offers a multi-faith presence and requires collaboration with interpreters and the interdisciplinary team.

The position supports end-of-life care, crisis intervention, and spiritual counseling, including rites and rituals. Weekend coverage and flexible scheduling are essential components of the role.