Hospital Interfaith Chaplain & Catholic Priest

uvmhealth; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

UVMMC in Burlington, VT seeks an Interfaith Chaplain-Catholic Priest to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients, families and staff, honoring diverse beliefs. The role includes sacraments, prayer, crisis support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team during rounds and family meetings.

Minimum qualifications include a Master of Divinity or equivalent, four ACPE CPE units, and board certification by NACC and APC; ordination in good standing; and 1–2 years of chaplaincy

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or equivalent from an accredited theological school or seminary.
• Four ACPE-accredited CPE units.
• Board certification by NACC and APC.

Responsibilities

• Provides consistent and respectful spiritual care to patients, families and staff.
• Offers sacraments, prayer, and spiritual support across diverse beliefs.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams during conferences, family meetings and rounds.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Education

Master of Divinity or equivalent

ACPE-certified CPE (4 units)

NACC board certification

APC board certification

Job description

UVMMC in Burlington, VT seeks an Interfaith Chaplain-Catholic Priest to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients, families and staff, honoring diverse beliefs. The role includes sacraments, prayer, crisis support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team during rounds and family meetings.

Minimum qualifications include a Master of Divinity or equivalent, four ACPE CPE units, and board certification by NACC and APC; ordination in good standing; and 1–2 years of chaplaincy