Per Diem Chaplain - Day Shift Spiritual Care

Adventist Health; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Simi Valley is seeking an Associate Chaplain for a per diem role, working 8-hour day shifts onsite in Simi Valley, CA. The chaplain provides spiritual counseling and care aligned with patients' beliefs, supporting families and the interdisciplinary team during times of spiritual distress.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, a USDE-accredited program, ecclesiastical endorsement, and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's theology or equivalent (required)
• Master of Divinity (preferred)
• Ecclesiastical endorsement from denomination (required)

Responsibilities

• Provides on-call pastoral care for patients in surgical, end-of-life, or trauma situations.
• Provides comfort and support for patient family members and friends.
• Responds to requests for pastoral care promptly.
• Meets religious and spiritual needs of patients and loved ones; serves as a resource for staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pastoral care

On-call availability

Compassionate communication

Education

Bachelor theology

Master of Divinity

Ecclesiastical endorsement

Job description

Adventist Health Simi Valley is seeking an Associate Chaplain for a per diem role, working 8-hour day shifts onsite in Simi Valley, CA. The chaplain provides spiritual counseling and care aligned with patients' beliefs, supporting families and the interdisciplinary team during times of spiritual distress.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in theology or related field, a USDE-accredited program, ecclesiastical endorsement, and on-call availability.