Chaplain

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 53,705 - 67,142; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in Cincinnati is seeking a part-time Chaplain to provide spiritual care specifically to Muslim patients and families. Responsibilities include advocating for patients and educating healthcare teams on the impact of Muslim beliefs. The ideal candidate will have a graduate-level theological degree and 2-4 years of chaplaincy experience. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ordination, current endorsement, or good standing in accordance with Muslim faith tradition.
• 2-4 years of chaplaincy experience preferred.
• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education as offered through an ACPE accredited organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care to Muslim patients/families.
• Advocate for patients/families.
• Educate healthcare teams about Muslim beliefs.

Skills

Arabic language skills

Clinical Pastoral Education

Advocacy

Education on Islamic culture

Education

Graduate-level theological degree

Ordination/endorsement in Muslim faith

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Part-time, 20 hours per week. Open to negotiating scheduled shift
• Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229
• Benefits and paid time off (PTO) eligible
• $4.00/hour shift differential for working evening & night shifts, $5.00/hour weekend differential for working Saturday and Sunday shifts.

The Center for Spiritual and Grief Support at a Glance:

An illness or hospital stay may be one of the hardest things a person ever goes through. A loved one’s illness affects the whole family. We understand that spiritual life is important to many people in times like this. Some people find comfort in religious practices like prayer. Others gain strength from things like music, art, stories, or nature. Some need a good listener to talk about their worries, beliefs, or doubts.

Our Spiritual Care Providers (also known as Chaplains) are here to help. We are members of the healthcare team. Our focus is on the wellbeing of the patient’s and family’s spirit. We work with people of all religions and beliefs and strive to understand what gives each person meaning and purpose. Our goal is to connect patients and families with the things that bring them and hope in tough times.

Chaplain Job Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care specifically to Muslim patients/families, in addition to spiritual care to people/clinical staff of all faiths
• Advocate for patients/families
• Educate the healthcare teams to the impact of Muslim religious/spiritual beliefs on coping and medical decision making
• Teach colleagues about Islam & Islamic culture
• Cultivate relationships with local Muslim leaders and communities

Job Qualifications

• Graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Accreditation
• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education as offered through an ACPE accredited organization
• Ordination, current endorsement, or good standing in accordance with the requirements of Muslim faith tradition and/or endorsing agency
• Board Certification (or eligible for Board Certification) recognized by Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Association of Professional Chaplains, Canadian Association for Spiritual Care, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, and Neshama Association of Jewish Chaplains; or others as agreed upon by the Director of the Center for Spiritual & Grief Care that meet the Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplains (www.professionalchaplains.org).
• Within three years from hire date, complete and submit application for Board Certification with the appropriate faith group or governing body
• 2-4 years of chaplaincy experience preferred
• Arabic language skills, or another spoken language in addition in English preferred.

Primary Location: Kasota - 3244 Burnet

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Department: Ctr for Spiritual & Grief Care

Employee Status: Regular

FTE: 0.5

Weekly Hours: 20

Expected Starting Pay Range

• Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $53,705.60 - $67,142.40

Market Leading Benefits Including*

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care