Mass General Brigham·Boston, Massachusetts
Provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and staff within a hospital setting. Lead faith-specific and interfaith services while participating in multidisciplinary care team meetings.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
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Job Summary Staff Chaplain - Per Diem Rotating - BWH Spiritual Care Services
Availability for Overnight On-Call and Weekend Shifts Required
Responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff.
Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned.
Involved in all aspects of care, including but not limited to team meetings, family meetings, and goal discussions.
Staff support is provided through 1:1 encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed.
Also charged with developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services.
Work as team members in accordance with the department's mission and vision statements.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.
Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.
Administer religious rites or ordinances.
Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required, and Graduate Diploma Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Two or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited training program, ACPE preferred. Preference for candidates who are board certified chaplains with APC, NAJC, or NACC.
Experience Experience in a hospital/healthcare setting or relevant spiritual, ministry, pastoral, congregational or other experience 2-3 years required.
Knowledge of various religious practices, health care ethics, behavioral health, trauma informed care, crisis response, and grief and bereavement counseling techniques with patients and families Ability to work independently and excellent organizational skills Proficient at documenting encounters in a patient’s electronic medical records and using Microsoft Suite Programming Proficient at multitasking and have a high level of problem-solving skills. Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Work Location 75 Francis Street: Scheduled Weekly Hours 0
Employee Type Per Diem: Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range $27.95 - $40.70/Hourly
Grade 6
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Requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in a healthcare or ministry setting. Must have at least two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), with board certification preferred.
Market context
In Massachusetts, chaplain openings in healthcare settings are often driven by hospitals and care teams seeking spiritual support for patients, families, and staff. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree, 2–3 years of healthcare or ministry experience, at least two units of Clinical Pastoral Education, and board certification when available. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your CPE and certification details before applying.