Part-Time Hospice Chaplain

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a Chaplain to provide spiritual care and counseling to patients, families, and staff, aligning with individual care plans and cultural beliefs. The chaplain coordinates with clinical teams to assess, review, and revise spiritual care plans and to administer sacraments.

The role promotes spiritual well‑being through education and by networking with community faith leaders, encouraging participation in spiritual activities, and maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or Theology from an accredited institution.
• Preferred certification or credentialing as a chaplain and clinical pastoral education.
• Extensive pastoral experience, hospice and grief work training advantageous.
• Active membership in a Christian denomination, ordination/licensing, and a valid driver’s license are required.
• May serve on call depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care and counseling to patients, families, and staff in alignment with care plans and cultural beliefs.
• Coordinate with healthcare teams to assess, review, and revise spiritual care plans and administer sacraments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold professional ethics and policies.
• Engage in education and networking with community faith leaders to promote spiritual well‑being.
• Encourage participation in spiritual activities within the hospital community.

Skills

Critical thinking

Cultural sensitivity

Professionalism

Relationship-building

On-call readiness

Education

Master of Divinity or Theology

Chaplain credentialing (CPCE) preferred

Job description

Role Overview: Provides spiritual care and counseling to patients, families, and staff, supporting their spiritual needs in alignment with individual care plans and cultural beliefs. Coordinates with healthcare teams to assess, review, and revise spiritual care plans, administers sacraments, and respects diverse faith traditions. Promotes spiritual well-being through education, networking with community faith leaders, and encouraging participation in spiritual activities. Maintains accurate documentation and adheres to professional ethics and policies.

Qualifications & Skills: Holds a Master of Divinity or Theology from an accredited institution, with preferred certification or credentialing as a chaplain and clinical pastoral education. Extensive pastoral experience, hospice, and grief work training are advantageous. Active membership in a Christian denomination, ordination/licensing, and a valid driver’s license are required. Demonstrates critical thinking, cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and effective relationship-building skills. May serve on call depending on location.