To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others.
For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to:
Conduct worship services in a variety of settings
Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms
Counsel individuals who seek guidance
Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups
Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences
Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student.
Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen or equivalent
Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution
Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience
Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$39k-55k yearly est. 13d ago
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Chaplain (Hospice) - PRN
Care Hospice 3.6
Chaplain job in Scarborough, ME
Bring Comfort, Hope, and Meaning as a Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Caregiver with Brookhaven Hospice!
Are you a compassionate Chaplain, Spiritual Counselor, or Spiritual Caregiver seeking a calling-not just a career? Brookhaven Hospice is looking for a PRN Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to our patients and families as they navigate life's most meaningful moments. If you're passionate about helping others find peace, connection, and purpose, and you're looking for a supportive, mission-driven team, this is the opportunity for you.
Schedule: Day Shift
Coverage Area: Cumberland and York Counties
As a valued member of our Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), the Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual care, grief support, and emotional guidance to patients, families, and caregivers-honoring all faiths, traditions, and beliefs. You'll serve as a key partner in our holistic approach to end-of-life care, ensuring that every individual receives comfort, dignity, and compassionate presence.
Who we are:
At Brookhaven Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Brookhaven, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs-it's about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team
Responsibilities
Assess and address the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families as part of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and guidance for individuals and families of all faiths and belief systems.
Offer grief and bereavement support throughout the hospice journey and following loss.
Collaborate with the Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care and ensure holistic, compassionate support.
Communicate effectively with hospice staff and community partners to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and agency policies.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree), or appropriate certification in pastoral ministry strongly preferred, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) strongly preferred.
Comfortable working in interfaith settings and able to accept diverse beliefs.
Experience providing spiritual care in a hospice, hospital, or community health setting is strongly preferred.
Must have the ability to handle stress associated with ministering to patients/residents and their loved ones who experience pain, suffering, death, and grief.
Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including a background in EMR.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
$24.00 - $27.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.
$24-27 hourly Auto-Apply 3d ago
Chaplain (Hospice) - PRN
Brookhaven Hospice 4.2
Chaplain job in Scarborough, ME
Bring Comfort, Hope, and Meaning as a Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Caregiver with Brookhaven Hospice!
Are you a compassionate Chaplain, Spiritual Counselor, or Spiritual Caregiver seeking a calling-not just a career? Brookhaven Hospice is looking for a PRN Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to our patients and families as they navigate life's most meaningful moments. If you're passionate about helping others find peace, connection, and purpose, and you're looking for a supportive, mission-driven team, this is the opportunity for you.
Schedule: Day Shift
Coverage Area: Cumberland and York Counties
As a valued member of our Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), the Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual care, grief support, and emotional guidance to patients, families, and caregivers-honoring all faiths, traditions, and beliefs. You'll serve as a key partner in our holistic approach to end-of-life care, ensuring that every individual receives comfort, dignity, and compassionate presence.
Who we are:
At Brookhaven Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Brookhaven, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs-it's about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team
Responsibilities
Assess and address the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families as part of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and guidance for individuals and families of all faiths and belief systems.
Offer grief and bereavement support throughout the hospice journey and following loss.
Collaborate with the Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care and ensure holistic, compassionate support.
Communicate effectively with hospice staff and community partners to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and agency policies.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree), or appropriate certification in pastoral ministry strongly preferred, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) strongly preferred.
Comfortable working in interfaith settings and able to accept diverse beliefs.
Experience providing spiritual care in a hospice, hospital, or community health setting is strongly preferred.
Must have the ability to handle stress associated with ministering to patients/residents and their loved ones who experience pain, suffering, death, and grief.
Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including a background in EMR.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
$24.00 - $27.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.
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$24-27 hourly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Chaplain - Days, Per Diem
Mainegeneral Health 4.5
Chaplain job in Augusta, ME
Summary: MaineGeneral Health. We're With You. Be With Us. MaineGeneral Health is a comprehensive non-profit system with the mission of enhancing, every day, the health of our patients, our families and our communities. If you are looking for the opportunity to support your friends, family, and your community through your work at MaineGeneral Health...Come be with us.Job Description:
The Role: Chaplain - Per Diem
The Chaplain
provides spiritual care to patients, their family members and organizational staff experiencing challenge or crisis.
The Opportunity:
MaineGeneral Health is currently seeking an exceptional Chaplain to join our team. MaineGeneral is a leading health care system that is proud of the culture of excellence, compassion and collaboration that extends to our patients and their families.
The Work:
Performs spiritual care visits, public worship services and outreach services in assigned areas or to specific faith groups as needed/requested.
Assesses and responds to the spiritual and emotional needs of those counseled, including crisis intervention and bereavement.
Participates in an interdisciplinary approach to spiritual care and patient health.
Documents visits and interventions appropriately according to the standards of the healthcare organization.
You Have:
• Ordination and/or endorsement from a recognized religious organization required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Excellent teamwork, communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Job Exempt: NoBenefits:
Supporting all aspects of our employees' wellness - physical, emotional and financial - is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.
Physical Wellness:
We offer wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle.
Emotional Wellness:
When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.
Financial Wellness:
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We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan.
Career Mobility:
Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource - they're how we grow our business and care for our community.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at ************** .
$51k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Hospice Chaplain, Flex/Per Diem/PRN
Gentiva 4.7
Chaplain job in Portland, ME
**Provide Peace. Offer Support. Honor Lives.** We believe every patient deserves dignity, peace, and connection-no matter where they are on life's journey. Our Hospice Chaplains offer more than prayers and presence; they bring comfort, guidance, and meaning when it's needed most.
We're looking for a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll help ensure that no one walks this path alone.
**What You'll Do as a Hospice Chaplain:**
+ Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values.
+ Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds.
+ Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff.
+ Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans.
+ Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family.
+ Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling.
+ Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients' and families' unique spiritual needs.
+ Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
**About You**
**The candidate must meet one of the following educational requirements:**
+ Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology (or as required by state-specific regulations)
+ A minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
Note: Degrees from accredited institutions are preferred. If a degree is from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.
**We Offer**
**Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):**
+ Competitive Pay
+ 401(k) with Company Match
+ Career Advancement Opportunities
+ National & Local Recognition Programs
+ Teammate Assistance Fund
**Additional Full-Time Benefits:**
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
+ Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
+ Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
+ Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
+ Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
+ Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
**Apply Today**
Join us in expanding access, providing comfort, and transforming lives. If you are a compassionate Chaplain with experience in hospice spiritual care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in patients' final journey.
**Legalese**
+ This is a safety-sensitive position
+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
+ We are proud to be an EEO employer
+ We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID: 2025-129762
Category: Bereavement / Chaplains
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Gentiva Hospice
$69k-85k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Chaplain
Bristol Hospice 4.0
Chaplain job in Bangor, ME
Are you an experienced Hospice Chaplain looking to join a growing organization? Join our team at Bristol Hospice and take on the pivotal role of meeting the needs of patients and families through spiritual assessments, customized plan of care, and working closely with the Interdisciplinary Team Members.
Territory Role Covers: Up to 60-mile radius of Bangor (Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm)
Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Our Culture
Our culture is cultivated using the following values:
* Integrity: We are honest and professional.
* Trust: We count on each other.
* Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
* Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
* Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.
$71k-81k yearly est. 7d ago
Chaplain (Part-Time) - Waterville, ME
Marketplace Ministries 4.2
Chaplain job in Waterville, ME
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Please Note: While assigned hours are generally consistent from week to week, there are no guaranteed minimal hours and positional needs will vary depending on Chaplain availability and Client requirements.
Position Summary
Chaplains are the frontline staff fulfilling the mission and Christian ministry of MCHAP, by using their gifts and talents to serve company employees and their immediate families.
Part-Time, Waterville, ME area
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Serves as a messenger and conveyor of faith, mission, and purpose.
• Interacts with companies, their employees, and the community in a manner that exhibits character through personal and spiritual disciplines.
Ministry
• Makes regular visits to company worksites (usually weekly) to interact with employees and build relationships of trust and friendship motivated by Christian faith.
• Visits employees or immediate family members wherever care can be expressed and help given: hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, family residences, or other sites.
• May provide confidential pastoral discussions for problem issues of employees and their immediate family members including, but not limited to family matters, divorce, serious illness, care of aging parents, death and grief recovery, parenting, financial situations that may include debt discussions, budgeting, and other life issues related to financial stress, as well as any other personal issues. Provides referral service and acts as coordinator for specialized assistance to employees and/or immediate family members with specific needs.
• May assist in the planning, conduct or attend funerals for employees or immediate family members, including follow-up support and encouragement to immediate family members during the grief period.
• May make jail visits to employees and immediate family members.
• Works with companies to serve notifications of death and serious injuries to families and other employees, encouraging those impacted by various tragedies.
• May provide post-termination care for laid-off or terminated employees in order to foster a smooth transition to another work environment.
• May facilitate, but not lead, spiritual enrichment activities, as an employee-sponsored and led activity will usually be more fruitful than a chaplain led event.
• Provides, as appropriate/requested, literature and other resources to assist company employees with life issues.
• Represents companies to clients/customers where it would be appropriate to ministry services involved (i.e., serious illness, accidents, traumatic events, and funerals).
• Participates in new employee orientation to explain the Employee Care Service and the role of the Chaplain Team.
• With Executive Director of Operations (EDO) permission, responds positively and assertively to other duties and services requested by executive leadership of companies, within the scope of the Letter of Agreement between MCHAP Chaplains and the company.
Requirements
1. Has ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group and in an interfaith setting. Possesses ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
2. Skills to effectively listen and interact with clients, employees, and their families. Skills to deliver community presentations. Skills to deal effectively with family members and staff under stressful circumstances. High regard for the dignity and worth of clients, employees and their families. Skills to cope with stressful situations and able to document accurately according to standards.
3. Spiritual maturity and commitment to a Christian lifestyle and to MCHAPs Ministry values. Incorporates Christian values and beliefs in day-to-day activities and in the performance of job duties. Has a fundamental understanding of the Holy Bible and its proper application. Attests to a saving faith in Jesus Christ and actively participates in a biblically based church.
4. Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diplomacy, patience, and courtesy with diverse groups; ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships while providing exceptional customer service. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
5. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact effectively with leadership, colleagues, employees, and families. Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
6. Demonstrated skill in analyzing information to define and follow up on problems or objectives. Ability to identify solutions and solve problems. Demonstrated skill in interpreting policy and procedures related to the position and keeping others informed.
7. Demonstrated computer proficiency using Google Suites, Microsoft Office, or other equivalent software, internet, email messaging, and web-based software applications. Ability to understand and learn new technology programs.
8. Must have active state driver's license and state minimum auto insurance (state(s) where servicing clients).
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Work Environment
This is a remote position in the field, and the work environment is dependent upon the clients' worksite. Work environments can include manufacturing, hospitals, office buildings, and funeral homes with differing levels of temperature, noise, and light exposure.
$39k-53k yearly est. Auto-Apply 7d ago
Multifaith Chaplain
Btes
Chaplain job in Lewiston, ME
Title: Multifaith Chaplain
The Multifaith Chaplain, reporting to the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, assumes primary responsibility for the management and development of spiritual life of Bates College.
Job Duties:
Honoring and uplifting religious and spiritual life at Bates.
Coordinating multifaith outreach and programming for the campus in cooperation with the diverse religious and spiritual communities represented at the college.
Supporting and working closely with student leaders from student-led religious and spiritual groups.
Offering spiritual conversation and guidance to students, staff, and faculty.
Routinely meeting with the President to prepare for institutional ceremonies and advise on campus climate for spiritual and religious life.
Providing care to individuals and to the campus as a whole as necessary, particularly with respect to crisis intervention and support.
Serving as a confidential resource for students, staff, and faculty under Bates' Title IX and Civil Rights policies, including for community members affected by grief and sexual assault.
Hiring, mentoring, and collaborating with student Multifaith Fellows on programs related to spiritual life that facilitate meaningful connections and spiritual wellness.
Approving, supporting, and managing cooperative relationships with Associate Chaplain and Spiritual Advisors who are endorsed by external religious bodies to serve as spiritual leaders for student religious organizations and the campus community.
Overseeing initiatives to advance religious pluralism on campus and deepen the bonds of belonging and community.
Officiating at funerals, weddings, etc. for the campus community as needed.
Planning and implementing lectures, seminars, and series that explore and promote the intellectual and ethical dimensions of spiritual life.
Working with students on, and taking primary responsibility for, the annual Baccalaureate event on Commencement Weekend.
Providing leadership for and participating in college ceremonies (e.g., Opening Convocation, Memorial Tree Planting, Commencement, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day programming, Reunion Weekend ceremonies, etc.).
Representing the Multifaith Chaplaincy on a variety of college committees and in community meetings.
Managing office personnel and budget; developing job descriptions, hiring, and supervising the work of office personnel such as the Assistant or Associate Chaplain and Program Coordinator.
Stewarding the Peter J. Gomes Chapel and related sacred space for worship and contemplation on campus.
Overseeing office publications, website, and publicity.
Designing, refining, and implementing relevant policies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
Graduate degree in religious, theological, or spiritual studies, or related field, from an accredited institution.
Credentials and authorization appropriate to one's own religious community and/or tradition.
Experience
Experience in a comparable professional position in the religious and spiritual life office of an accredited college or university.
Skills and Knowledge
Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of Bates College and to the highest ethical standards.
Understanding of and commitment to the goals of liberal arts education broadly and to Bates' mission of “educating the whole person.”
Commitment to a student-centered approach and enthusiasm for working closely with students.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an environment that prizes and promotes access, community and belonging for all members of the campus community.
Desire, knowledge, and ability to work effectively with people of all cultural backgrounds and religious traditions and with those who have no formal religious affiliation and/or who are openly skeptical about such affiliations; demonstrated ability to treat all people with respect and regard knowledge of, commitment to and experience in a wide variety of issues relating to social justice.
Demonstrated creativity in ritual planning and leadership across many religious traditions.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively; dedication to a team model.
Excellent speaking, writing, and organizational skills.
Excellent supervisory skills.
Benefits:
Bates College offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits (health, dental, sick leave, 24 days of vacation, 2 personal days, 13 paid holidays, dependent care subsidy, free parking, access to library and athletic facilities & more), and a supportive, collegial environment in a drug and smoke-free workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Bates College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and providing an educational and work environment free from discrimination. The college prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its education policies and programs, or in the recruitment of its faculty and staff. Bates College adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity laws and regulations. All college faculty, staff, students, contractors, visitors, and volunteers are responsible for understanding and complying with the Non-Discrimination Policy.
Inquiries concerning the college's policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VII, Title IX, and ADA/Section 504), and complaints may be directed to Gwen Lexow, Title IX Officer, ************ or via email at ****************.
About Bates:
Bates is internationally recognized as a leading liberal arts college, attracting 2,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world.
Since 1855, Bates has been dedicated to educating the whole person through creative and rigorous scholarship in a collaborative residential community. Committed to opportunity and excellence, Bates has always admitted students without regard to gender, race, religion, or national origin.
Cultivating intellectual discovery and informed civic action, Bates prepares leaders sustained by a love of learning and zeal for responsible stewardship of the wider world. Bates engages the forces - intellectual trends, demographic changes, and technology - that are transforming higher education and the world into which our students graduate.
Bates has highly competitive admissions, graduates over 90 percent of its entering students, and more than half of its alumni earn graduate degrees. Bates employs 200 faculty members and 550 staff.
The college is proud of deep roots in the Lewiston/Auburn community, Maine's second-largest urban area with a population of approximately 65,000. Bates is located on a beautiful, 133-acre, traditional New England campus in Lewiston, an emerging city with an entrepreneurial climate, a lively arts scene, and a dynamic business community. Bates is 35 miles north of Portland, 140 miles north of Boston, and 350 miles north of New York City.
$41k-72k yearly est. Easy Apply 6d ago
Chaplain
Northern Light Health 3.7
Chaplain job in Waterville, ME
Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Department: Hospice - Waterville Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Waterville Work Type: PRN Hours Per Week: 8.00 Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM The Chaplain is responsible for providing chaplaincy services to clients in their home by visiting assigned clients to establish dialogue, assess needs, provide spiritual care and guidance or discuss personal problems. The Chaplain assists and counsels dying clients and their families; assists and educates other home care personnel and community clergy regarding counseling in client care. The Chaplain contributes input to healthcare providers on medical/ethical issues. The Chaplain confers and collaborates with the client's primary clinician and other members of the client care team. The Chaplain serves as a liaison between Home Care & Hospice and other health care organizations and participates in related community planning. The Chaplain participates in development, marketing, and outreach to promote agency services. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job.
Responsibilities:
* Spiritual Assistance and Counseling - Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to provide spiritual assistance and counseling for all clients through assessment, care plan development, and evaluation of client outcomes as supported by completed documentation.
* Spiritual Assessments - Performs and documents comprehensive and holistic assessments of patients' and families spiritual and emotional needs. Anticipates potential emergency situations and intervenes safely with assistance if needed.
* Caring & Code of Conduct - Develops a relationship with the patient/family that facilitates mutual involvement in the planning of care. Treats patients with courtesy and respect. Seeks resources for reconciling one's own personal issues and biases.
* Critical Thinking - Demonstrates basic critical thinking skills.
* Documentation - Documentation is concise, accurate, and complete reflecting adherence to agency, regulatory, and legal requirements.
* Population Specific Competency - Completes population-specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the agency specific scope of service. Identifies age, culturalm or other population specific patient needs based on assessment findings. Works collaboratively with patients and families of diverse backgrounds to develop plan of care. Is tolerant of differences posed by patients and families while cognizant of personal biases.
* Evidenced Based Practice & Research - Practice is consistent with Northern Light Health policy and procedures. Understands evidence for practice change. Demonstrates knowledge of reliable resources to support evidenced based practice.
* Leadership and Professional Conduct - Utilizes appropriate time management and meets expectations for punctuality and attendance. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to support the staffing needs of patient care areas. Contributes to a healthy work environment by consistently utilizing effective communications with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Ensures continuity of care by reporting and addressing actual or potential conflict.
* Collaboration and Teamwork - Actively implements and updates multidisciplinary plan of care and collaborates with internal and external resources to meet patient care needs. Identifies and evaluates changes in patient conditions that impact staffing, frequency of visits or the provision of safe patient care. Contributes to a healthy work environment by consistently exhibiting professional behaviors and addressing interpersonal conflicts with the right person, at the right time, in the right location. Supports colleagues in the daily care of patients in the department. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to maximize patient care.
* Resource Management - Identifies opportunities to improve utilization of resources.
* Professional Development - Takes responsibility for meeting education and mandatory programs. Seeks opportunities to promote and advance personal growth. Seeks evidence in chaplaincy literature to identify/support best practice. Maintains an up-to-date personal educational file to demonstrate compliance with educational requirements.
* Performance Improvement - Demonstrates a knowledge of and contributes positively to department performance improvement outcomes. Identifies potential safety issues to department manager and/or local agency-based practice committee.
* Productivity - Provides service and produces work at or above expected levels of quality and consistent with agency defined quantitative standards.
* Other Duties - Performs additional duties as required or assigned.
Other Information:
* Current license to drive in the state of Maine, with reliable transportation and agency required auto liability insurance. Must be able to drive within assigned region as directed.
* BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required to be obtained prior to independent visits.
Competencies and Skills
* Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.
* Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
* Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
* Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
* Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.
* Human Capital, Supply Chain and Financial Software.
* Word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, database experience and other computer related skills.
* MS Teams
* Multi-line phone, scanner, photocopier, fax, and internet.
* Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.
* Provides Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority. Proactively supports change to improve patient experience and results. Exhibits the ability and willingness to find out what the patient wants and needs and to act accordingly, taking the organizational and outside resources into account. Cooperates, collaborates, communicates, and integrates care within and between teams to ensure that care is continuous and reliable.
* Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Addresses issues in a direct, honest, and appropriate manner. Handles conflicting interests diplomatically and helps to solve them. Transforms difficult situations into teachable moments using respect and accountability .
* Utilizes Resources Effectively: Understands how to get the most out of available resources and uses cost-benefit thinking in decision-making and in setting priorities. Monitors and analyzes resource usage to identify and eliminate areas of waste and maximize resources. As a leader, defines targets and provides appropriate means; oversees progress and makes adjustments when necessary. Appropriately delegates work, sets clear direction and manages workflow and time.
* Zoom
* Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
* Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
* Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
* Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Credentials
* Required Driver's License
Education
* Required Bachelor's DegreeDivinity, theology, and ordination with two units of Clinical Pastoral education and two years of parish, missionary, chaplaincy or other pastoral work. Preferred Education: Masters' Degree in divinity or related field with one year of experience with parish, missionary, chaplaincy or other pastoral work.
Working Conditions
* Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
* Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
* Need to drive to perform responsible duties.
* Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
* Potential exposure to noxious odors.
* Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.
* Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
* Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds.
* Prolonged periods of sitting.
* Prolonged periods of standing.
* Prolonged periods of walking.
* Work beyond the regularly scheduled hours.
* Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
Maine, Aroostook County, Bangor, Waterville, Ellsworth, Presque Isle, South Portland, Home Care, Hospice Care, end of life, respite care, Home Health Aide, Skilled Nursing
$37k-49k yearly est. 11d ago
Chaplain
St. Mary's Health System 4.3
Chaplain job in Lewiston, ME
The role involves offering clinically based pastoral ministry with love and compassion to patients, families, significant others, and employees during periods of illness, injury, crisis, or in the end-of-life journey. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Provides clinically based pastoral ministry to patients, residents, and their families during times of crisis, including surgery, critical illnesses, and end-of-life situations.
* Assists patients and families in accepting death when recovery is not possible.
* Responds promptly to codes and emergency calls, adhering to protocol.
* Offers on-call services 24/7 while on duty.
* Supports social workers in handling Living Wills/Advanced Directives for patients and families.
* Participates in discharge planning conferences with the healthcare team.
* Collaborates with medical staff when requested by patients or families.
* Documents pastoral activities and notes in electronic medical records.
* Coordinates and conducts chapel worship services and religious services for special occasions.
* Facilitates the televising of religious services on in-house closed-circuit TV.
* Manages spiritual care data and oversees recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers.
* Coordinates Eucharist availability and communal Anointing of the Sick for Catholic residents.
* Facilitates Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick and Viaticum for residents and families.
* Distributes Holy Communion and performs emergency baptisms as needed.
* Refers residents for sacramental needs and coordinates parish visits.
* Maintains accreditation and confidentiality standards.
* Ensures compliance with professional certifying body standards.
* Utilizes tools of Pastoral Services: Prayer, Scripture, Witness, and Sacrament.
* Provides annual self-evaluation and sets personal and professional goals.
* Provides pastoral care and spiritual support to residents of various faith traditions.
* Initiates personal contracts with residents/families and conducts pastoral assessments.
* Coordinates chapel worship services and religious events for special occasions.
* Facilitates sympathy ministry and coordinates financial assistance programs.
* Serves on committees as needed.
* This job description encompasses pastoral and sacramental duties, administrative tasks, and adherence to professional standards, ensuring comprehensive spiritual care within the healthcare setting.
* Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
* Other duties as consistent with this role.
Job Requirements
Job Knowledge and Skills
* Theology competence: basic understanding of the 10 areas of contemporary theology
1) Christian anthropology and eschatology
2) Ecclesiology
3) Healing as understood in scripture
4) Moral theology
5) General and medical ethics
6) The meaning of suffering
7) The theology of ministry
8) Spirituality and prayer
9) Canon Law
10) Sacraments
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
* Demonstrated customer service skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
* Requires independent worker with good problem solving and organizational skills.
* Group facilitation skills desirable.
* Training and experience to minister to all age groups.
* Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.
* Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
* Must be able to speak clearly, read, write, and comprehend the English language, and to conceptualize and articulate Catholic Theology and principles of Health Care Ministry.
* Basic listening and communication skills and effective intervention in chronic and acute Personal relationship to God and the practice of prayer and lives out our mission values of compassion, respect, excellence and stewardship.
* Ability to access patients' rooms in all units, stamina for occasional long hours and for middle of the night emergency responses.
Education and Experience
* Bachelor's degree or master's degree (preferred) in Theology or related field.
* Competence in Contemporary Theology.
* Certified by the National Association of Catholic Chaplains or other COMISS recognized certifying body (i.e., AAPC, APC, ACPE, NAJC, NACAC).
* Minimum of 2 years of hospital or parish ministry.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
* Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
* Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
* Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
* Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Comp Range:
$47,065.80 - $70,598.70
Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.
$47.1k-70.6k yearly 48d ago
Chaplain - Call (H)
Maine Health 4.4
Chaplain job in Portland, ME
Maine Medical Center Professional - Nonclinical The Chaplain - Call role functions as a team member of the Spiritual Care Department and provides spiritual, emotional and religious care to patients, families and staff of all faiths and/or no recognized faith tradition in emergency situations such as end of life, trauma, moral distress, and urgent questions of meaning and value. The call chaplain models and collaborates with the treating teams in respecting and providing cultural, emotional and spiritual/religious competent patient and family-centered care.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
* Education: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree in Divinity or Theology or equivalent, clinical training in chaplaincy, ordination or commissioning for ministry by a recognized religious group, a current endorsement for chaplaincy by a recognized religious/spiritual group preferred. ACPE Clinical Pastoral Education, at least one unit preferred.
* License/Certifications: N/A
* Experience: Two years of professional ministry in congregation or institutional setting preferred.
Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
$38k-46k yearly est. 11d ago
Chaplain
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center 4.5
Chaplain job in Lewiston, ME
The role involves offering clinically based pastoral ministry with love and compassion to patients, families, significant others, and employees during periods of illness, injury, crisis, or in the end-of-life journey.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides clinically based pastoral ministry to patients, residents, and their families during times of crisis, including surgery, critical illnesses, and end-of-life situations.
Assists patients and families in accepting death when recovery is not possible.
Responds promptly to codes and emergency calls, adhering to protocol.
Offers on-call services 24/7 while on duty.
Supports social workers in handling Living Wills/Advanced Directives for patients and families.
Participates in discharge planning conferences with the healthcare team.
Collaborates with medical staff when requested by patients or families.
Documents pastoral activities and notes in electronic medical records.
Coordinates and conducts chapel worship services and religious services for special occasions.
Facilitates the televising of religious services on in-house closed-circuit TV.
Manages spiritual care data and oversees recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers.
Coordinates Eucharist availability and communal Anointing of the Sick for Catholic residents.
Facilitates Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick and Viaticum for residents and families.
Distributes Holy Communion and performs emergency baptisms as needed.
Refers residents for sacramental needs and coordinates parish visits.
Maintains accreditation and confidentiality standards.
Ensures compliance with professional certifying body standards.
Utilizes tools of Pastoral Services: Prayer, Scripture, Witness, and Sacrament.
Provides annual self-evaluation and sets personal and professional goals.
Provides pastoral care and spiritual support to residents of various faith traditions.
Initiates personal contracts with residents/families and conducts pastoral assessments.
Coordinates chapel worship services and religious events for special occasions.
Facilitates sympathy ministry and coordinates financial assistance programs.
Serves on committees as needed.
This job description encompasses pastoral and sacramental duties, administrative tasks, and adherence to professional standards, ensuring comprehensive spiritual care within the healthcare setting.
Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
Other duties as consistent with this role.
Job Requirements
Job Knowledge and Skills
Theology competence: basic understanding of the 10 areas of contemporary theology
1) Christian anthropology and eschatology
2) Ecclesiology
3) Healing as understood in scripture
4) Moral theology
5) General and medical ethics
6) The meaning of suffering
7) The theology of ministry
8) Spirituality and prayer
9) Canon Law
10) Sacraments
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Demonstrated customer service skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
Requires independent worker with good problem solving and organizational skills.
Group facilitation skills desirable.
Training and experience to minister to all age groups.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
Must be able to speak clearly, read, write, and comprehend the English language, and to conceptualize and articulate Catholic Theology and principles of Health Care Ministry.
Basic listening and communication skills and effective intervention in chronic and acute Personal relationship to God and the practice of prayer and lives out our mission values of compassion, respect, excellence and stewardship.
Ability to access patients' rooms in all units, stamina for occasional long hours and for middle of the night emergency responses.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree or master's degree (preferred) in Theology or related field.
Competence in Contemporary Theology.
Certified by the National Association of Catholic Chaplains or other COMISS recognized certifying body (i.e., AAPC, APC, ACPE, NAJC, NACAC).
Minimum of 2 years of hospital or parish ministry.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Comp Range:
$47,065.80 - $70,598.70
Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.
$47.1k-70.6k yearly Auto-Apply 13d ago
Hospice Chaplain, Flex/Per Diem/PRN
Gentiva Hospice
Chaplain job in Portland, ME
Provide Peace. Offer Support. Honor Lives.
We believe every patient deserves dignity, peace, and connection-no matter where they are on life's journey. Our Hospice Chaplains offer more than prayers and presence; they bring comfort, guidance, and meaning when it's needed most.
We're looking for a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll help ensure that no one walks this path alone.
What You'll Do as a Hospice Chaplain:
Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values.
Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds.
Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff.
Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans.
Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family.
Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling.
Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients' and families' unique spiritual needs.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
About You
The candidate must meet one of the following educational requirements:
Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology (or as required by state-specific regulations)
A minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
Note: Degrees from accredited institutions are preferred. If a degree is from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.
We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply Today
Join us in expanding access, providing comfort, and transforming lives. If you are a compassionate Chaplain with experience in hospice spiritual care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in patients' final journey.
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us - from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
Home health care: Heartland Home Health
Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized - and kindness is celebrated.
Related Job Titles
Keywords: Hospice Chaplain job, pastoral care, non-denominational chaplain roles, CPE required chaplain, faith-based hospice careers, ACPE, CPE, BCC, Hospice Chaplain, Spiritual Care Coordinator, Ministry Jobs, Palliative Care Jobs, Hospice Jobs, Pastoral Counseling
$54k-67k yearly est. Auto-Apply 42d ago
Hospice Chaplain: Per Diem
Andwell Health Partners
Chaplain job in Waterville, ME
to cover the Waterville and Bangor areas.
About Andwell:
At Andwell, you don't just work here, you belong.
Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities.
Take control of your day with flexible scheduling options.
Ability to utilize and challenge your skills in the home or community setting.
More 1:1 time with patients, working autonomously in the comfort of their home.
Comprehensive benefit package to support life outside of work.
Stability - An employer of choice for 50 years.
Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.
Benefits:
Incredibly flexible Health Insurance plans
Education Reimbursement
Paid time off
Opportunities for internal promotions
What You'll Do:
Assess and address bereavement needs of hospice patients and families.
Develop, implement, and update individualized goals/outcomes based spiritual plan of care that assists patients/families in identifying and meeting their end-of-life spiritual needs.
Employ a wide range of skills to address the patient/family's needs related to emotional and spiritual preparation for death.
Appropriately document all clinical work in the electronic medical record according to established policies/procedures.
Communicate effectively with all members of the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure coordination of care.
What You'll Bring:
Master of Divinity (MDiv) or related master's degree involving Theological studies.
One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or its equivalent is preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience as a Chaplain, preferably in a health care/Hospice setting.
A valid Drivers License and reliable car with proof of insurance.
About Our Company:
At Andwell, you don't just work here, you belong.
Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities.
Our values drive a work culture of integrity, respect, excellence, and compassion. At Andwell, you will be supported in your work, celebrated for your achievements, and encouraged to grow
Come see what we do with a ride-along or job shadow!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
$51k-61k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Multifaith Chaplain
Bates College 4.4
Chaplain job in Lewiston, ME
Title: Multifaith Chaplain The Multifaith Chaplain, reporting to the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, assumes primary responsibility for the management and development of spiritual life of Bates College. * Honoring and uplifting religious and spiritual life at Bates.
* Coordinating multifaith outreach and programming for the campus in cooperation with the diverse religious and spiritual communities represented at the college.
* Supporting and working closely with student leaders from student-led religious and spiritual groups.
* Offering spiritual conversation and guidance to students, staff, and faculty.
* Routinely meeting with the President to prepare for institutional ceremonies and advise on campus climate for spiritual and religious life.
* Providing care to individuals and to the campus as a whole as necessary, particularly with respect to crisis intervention and support.
* Serving as a confidential resource for students, staff, and faculty under Bates' Title IX and Civil Rights policies, including for community members affected by grief and sexual assault.
* Hiring, mentoring, and collaborating with student Multifaith Fellows on programs related to spiritual life that facilitate meaningful connections and spiritual wellness.
* Approving, supporting, and managing cooperative relationships with Associate Chaplain and Spiritual Advisors who are endorsed by external religious bodies to serve as spiritual leaders for student religious organizations and the campus community.
* Overseeing initiatives to advance religious pluralism on campus and deepen the bonds of belonging and community.
* Officiating at funerals, weddings, etc. for the campus community as needed.
* Planning and implementing lectures, seminars, and series that explore and promote the intellectual and ethical dimensions of spiritual life.
* Working with students on, and taking primary responsibility for, the annual Baccalaureate event on Commencement Weekend.
* Providing leadership for and participating in college ceremonies (e.g., Opening Convocation, Memorial Tree Planting, Commencement, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day programming, Reunion Weekend ceremonies, etc.).
* Representing the Multifaith Chaplaincy on a variety of college committees and in community meetings.
* Managing office personnel and budget; developing job descriptions, hiring, and supervising the work of office personnel such as the Assistant or Associate Chaplain and Program Coordinator.
* Stewarding the Peter J. Gomes Chapel and related sacred space for worship and contemplation on campus.
* Overseeing office publications, website, and publicity.
* Designing, refining, and implementing relevant policies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
* Graduate degree in religious, theological, or spiritual studies, or related field, from an accredited institution.
* Credentials and authorization appropriate to one's own religious community and/or tradition.
Experience
Experience in a comparable professional position in the religious and spiritual life office of an accredited college or university.
Skills and Knowledge
* Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
* Demonstrated commitment to the mission of Bates College and to the highest ethical standards.
* Understanding of and commitment to the goals of liberal arts education broadly and to Bates' mission of "educating the whole person."
* Commitment to a student-centered approach and enthusiasm for working closely with students.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an environment that prizes and promotes access, community and belonging for all members of the campus community.
* Desire, knowledge, and ability to work effectively with people of all cultural backgrounds and religious traditions and with those who have no formal religious affiliation and/or who are openly skeptical about such affiliations; demonstrated ability to treat all people with respect and regard knowledge of, commitment to and experience in a wide variety of issues relating to social justice.
* Demonstrated creativity in ritual planning and leadership across many religious traditions.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively; dedication to a team model.
* Excellent speaking, writing, and organizational skills.
* Excellent supervisory skills.
Benefits:
Bates College offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits (health, dental, sick leave, 24 days of vacation, 2 personal days, 13 paid holidays, dependent care subsidy, free parking, access to library and athletic facilities & more), and a supportive, collegial environment in a drug and smoke-free workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Bates College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and providing an educational and work environment free from discrimination. The college prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its education policies and programs, or in the recruitment of its faculty and staff. Bates College adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity laws and regulations. All college faculty, staff, students, contractors, visitors, and volunteers are responsible for understanding and complying with the Non-Discrimination Policy.
Inquiries concerning the college's policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VII, Title IX, and ADA/Section 504), and complaints may be directed to Gwen Lexow, Title IX Officer, ************ or via email at ****************.
About Bates:
Bates is internationally recognized as a leading liberal arts college, attracting 2,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world.
Since 1855, Bates has been dedicated to educating the whole person through creative and rigorous scholarship in a collaborative residential community. Committed to opportunity and excellence, Bates has always admitted students without regard to gender, race, religion, or national origin.
Cultivating intellectual discovery and informed civic action, Bates prepares leaders sustained by a love of learning and zeal for responsible stewardship of the wider world. Bates engages the forces - intellectual trends, demographic changes, and technology - that are transforming higher education and the world into which our students graduate.
Bates has highly competitive admissions, graduates over 90 percent of its entering students, and more than half of its alumni earn graduate degrees. Bates employs 200 faculty members and 550 staff.
The college is proud of deep roots in the Lewiston/Auburn community, Maine's second-largest urban area with a population of approximately 65,000. Bates is located on a beautiful, 133-acre, traditional New England campus in Lewiston, an emerging city with an entrepreneurial climate, a lively arts scene, and a dynamic business community. Bates is 35 miles north of Portland, 140 miles north of Boston, and 350 miles north of New York City.
$52k-60k yearly est. Easy Apply 7d ago
Chaplain - Days, Per Diem
Mainegeneral Health 4.5
Chaplain job in Augusta, ME
MaineGeneral Health. We're With You. Be With Us. MaineGeneral Health is a comprehensive non-profit system with the mission of enhancing, every day, the health of our patients, our families and our communities. If you are looking for the opportunity to support your friends, family, and your community through your work at MaineGeneral Health...Come be with us.
Job Description:
The Role: Chaplain - Per Diem
The Chaplain provides spiritual care to patients, their family members and organizational staff experiencing challenge or crisis.
The Opportunity:
MaineGeneral Health is currently seeking an exceptional Chaplain to join our team. MaineGeneral is a leading health care system that is proud of the culture of excellence, compassion and collaboration that extends to our patients and their families.
The Work:
Performs spiritual care visits, public worship services and outreach services in assigned areas or to specific faith groups as needed/requested.
Assesses and responds to the spiritual and emotional needs of those counseled, including crisis intervention and bereavement.
Participates in an interdisciplinary approach to spiritual care and patient health.
Documents visits and interventions appropriately according to the standards of the healthcare organization.
You Have:
* Ordination and/or endorsement from a recognized religious organization required.
* Valid Driver's License required.
* Excellent teamwork, communication and collaboration skills.
* Proven and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Exempt:
No
Benefits:
Supporting all aspects of our employees' wellness - physical, emotional and financial - is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.
Physical Wellness:
We offer wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle.
Emotional Wellness:
When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.
Financial Wellness:
* Access the wages you've already earned before payday with Payactiv, giving you greater flexibility over your finances.
* We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan.
Career Mobility:
Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource - they're how we grow our business and care for our community.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at ************** .
$51k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Hospice Chaplain, Full-Time
Gentiva Health Services 4.7
Chaplain job in Brewer, ME
Provide Peace. Offer Support. Honor Lives. We believe every patient deserves dignity, peace, and connection-no matter where they are on life's journey. Our Hospice Chaplains offer more than prayers and presence; they bring comfort, guidance, and meaning when it's needed most.
We're looking for a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll help ensure that no one walks this path alone.
What You'll Do as a Hospice Chaplain:
+ Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values.
+ Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds.
+ Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff.
+ Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans.
+ Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family.
+ Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling.
+ Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients' and families' unique spiritual needs.
+ Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
About You
The candidate must meet one of the following educational requirements:
+ Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology (or as required by state-specific regulations)
+ A minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
Note: Degrees from accredited institutions are preferred. If a degree is from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.
We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
+ Competitive Pay
+ 401(k) with Company Match
+ Career Advancement Opportunities
+ National & Local Recognition Programs
+ Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
+ Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
+ Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
+ Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
+ Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
+ Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply Today
Join us in expanding access, providing comfort, and transforming lives. If you are a compassionate Chaplain with experience in hospice spiritual care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in patients' final journey.
Legalese
+ This is a safety-sensitive position
+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
+ We are proud to be an EEO employer
+ We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID: 2025-131712
Category: Bereavement / Chaplains
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice
$65k-78k yearly est. 33d ago
Chaplain
Bristol Hospice 4.0
Chaplain job in Bangor, ME
Are you an experienced Hospice Chaplain looking to join a growing organization?
Join our team at Bristol Hospice and take on the pivotal role of meeting the needs of patients and families through spiritual assessments, customized plan of care, and working closely with the Interdisciplinary Team Members.
Territory Role Covers: Up to 60-mile radius of Bangor (Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm)
Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Our Culture
Our culture is cultivated using the following values:
Integrity: We are honest and professional.
Trust: We count on each other.
Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.
Qualifications
On an Average Day You Will:
(includes but not limited to)
Assure spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner
Facilitate the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs
Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers
Serve as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors
Maintain records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision
Document direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors
Attend patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group
Provide consultation, education and support to interdisciplinary group on spiritual care
Recruit community chaplains, spiritual counselors and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care
Provide for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested
Plan periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team
Assist in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/families/caregivers
Actively participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities
Accept and perform other related duties and responsibilities, as required
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, BD, M.Div. or equivalent theological degree preferred
Must have experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver
Hospice experience preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EMR systems.
Must be willing to travel to hospice locations as assigned and be flexible with working hours
We Got the Perks:
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO and Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
HSA & 401(k) available
Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
Advanced training programs
Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry
Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!
EEOC Statement
Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
$71k-81k yearly est. 5d ago
Chaplain
Maine Health 4.4
Chaplain job in Rockport, ME
The Chaplain role provides and coordinates all spiritual care services by providing spiritual care assessment and spiritual/emotional care interventions and support. This is an exempt role. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
* Education: Bachelor's or Master's level Degree in Theology, or a Master's Degree in Counseling or Divinity preferred. 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) may be required. 4 units of CPE preferred.
* License/Certifications: Currently licensed and/or ordained within a recognized faith community required. Board Certification by the APC, NACC, NAJC, CAPPE, or SCA preferred. Valid Driver's License required.
* Experience: Relevant experience in the provision of professional ministry or chaplaincy required. Experience working with patients/families dealing with life-threatening illness and death required.
* Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
* Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
$38k-46k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Chaplain Hospice (1727)
Andwell Health Partners
Chaplain job in Presque Isle, ME
Schedule/Status: 32 Hours Department: Hospice Service Area: Presque Isle, Maine and surrounding areas Role: Hospice Chaplain Work Setting: Homes and Care Facilities
About Andwell:
At Andwell, you don't just work here, you belong.
Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes and communities.
Take control of your day with flexible scheduling options.
Ability to utilize and challenge your skills in the home or community setting.
More 1:1 time with patients, working autonomously in the comfort of their home.
Comprehensive benefit package to support life outside of work.
Stability - An employer of choice for 50 years.
Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.
Benefits:
Incredibly flexible Health Insurance plans
Education Reimbursement
Paid time off
Opportunities for internal promotions
What You'll Do
Provide compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients and families as they navigate the end-of-life journey.
Assess and address the bereavement needs of patients, families, and caregivers with sensitivity and care.
Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, goal-oriented spiritual plans of care that reflect each patient's unique beliefs, values, and preferences.
Employ a range of counseling and spiritual care techniques to help patients and families find comfort, meaning, and peace.
Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and communications in the electronic medical record in accordance with agency policies and professional standards
Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure coordinated, holistic care that supports the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of each patient and family.
What You'll Bring:
One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or its equivalent is preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience as a Chaplain, preferably in a health care/Hospice setting.
A valid Drivers License and reliable car with proof of insurance.
Come see what we do with a ride-along or job shadow!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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