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UF Health·Jacksonville, Florida
Chaplain
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The chaplain provides pastoral, emotional, and spiritual support to patients, guests, and staff while responding to traumas and deaths. They are also responsible for managing decedent affairs paperwork and coordinating with funeral homes and medical examiners.
High School Diploma or GED required along with one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education in an accredited CPE program and or certificate of participation in a chaplaincy program.
Preferred
Education: Preference is given to those with Bachelor's and Master of Divinity degrees from an accredited college and theological school.
Preferred
Licensure/Certifications: Prefer denominational ordination and endorsement.
Required
Experience: Less than 1 year pastoral experience in both the church and clinical setting.
Preferred
Experience: Three years parish experience and 1-2 year in a clinical setting.
Necessary
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, patient care, professional demeanor, and communication skills Spiritual care and counseling skills Ability to implement decedent affairs procedures Ability to understand, support and communicate institutional policy.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education. Preference is given to those with a Bachelor's or Master of Divinity degree and prior clinical or parish experience.
Market context
Florida chaplain openings often center on healthcare, hospice, and faith-based settings, where employers look for candidates with formal pastoral preparation and comfort supporting patients and families. These roles can be competitive because preferred hospice certification and Clinical Pastoral Education help show readiness for interdisciplinary care; review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm any licensure, certification, or faith-specific expectations before applying.