On-Call Hospital Chaplain - Patient & Staff Support

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks an Associate Hospital Chaplain on-call to provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and staff. The role involves assessing needs, arranging services, and supporting families during difficult times within a clinical team.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with enrollment in an accredited MDiv/MTh program upon hire; one CPE unit is preferred. The position is on-call, with day/evening/night shifts, and includes on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Enrolled in accredited MDiv or MTh program upon hire.
• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.
• Assess spiritual needs and arrange religious services.
• Support families during difficult situations and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Maintain confidentiality and document visits.
• Complete reports related to pastoral care.
• This role has supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Pastoral care

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Diversity support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

University of Kentucky seeks an Associate Hospital Chaplain on-call to provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and staff. The role involves assessing needs, arranging services, and supporting families during difficult times within a clinical team.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with enrollment in an accredited MDiv/MTh program upon hire; one CPE unit is preferred. The position is on-call, with day/evening/night shifts, and includes on-site responsibilities.