Job Description

Staff Chaplain

Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati OH 45229

Shift/Schedule: Rotating Shifts (Day, Evening, Night)/ Monday-Friday, Weekends, Holidays

The Center for Spiritual and Grief Support at a Glance:

An illness or hospital stay may be one of the hardest things a person ever goes through. A loved one's illness affects the whole family. We understand that spiritual life is important to many people in times like this. Some people find comfort in religious practices like prayer. Others gain strength from things like music, art, stories, or nature. Some need a good listener to talk with about their worries, beliefs, or doubts. Our Spiritual Care Providers (also known as Chaplains) are here to help. We are members of the healthcare team. Our focus is on the wellbeing of the patient's and family's spirit. We work with people of all religions and beliefs, and strive to understand what gives each person meaning and purpose. Our goal is to connect patients and families with the things that bring them courage and hope in tough times.

We are now recruiting a Staff Chaplain that will provide spiritual care to patients/families & clinical staff, advocate for patients/families, and educate the healthcare team to the impact of religious/spiritual beliefs on coping and medical decision making.

Qualifications:

• Graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Accreditation.
• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education as offered through an ACPE accredited organization.
• Ordination, current endorsement, or good standing in accordance with the requirements of his/her/their own faith tradition or endorsing agency.
• Board Certification (or eligible for Board Certification) recognized by
• Within three years from hire date complete and submit application for Board Certification with the appropriate faith group or governing body
• 2-4 years of chaplaincy experience preferred.

Primary Location Kasota - 3244 Burnet

Schedule Part time

Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Department Ctr for Spiritual & Grief Care

Employee Status Regular

FTE 0.5

Weekly Hours 20

Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $53,705.60 - $67,142.40

Market Leading Benefits Including*: Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions

Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• We Embrace InnovationTogether. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger futurefor all of us.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

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