Chaplain, Palliative

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes
• Part of the first 100 hospitals nationally to achieve the perinatal certification award by The Joint Commission
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% matching contributions 
• Free parking and electric charging
• Great food options with on-demand ordering

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. 

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page. 

Provides pastoral care that meets the spiritual and emotional needs of patients, patients' families, medical staff and employees of Community Medical Centers.  Provides pastoral /liturgical /sacramental ministry in a hospital setting and at times within other facilities in the corporation.  Provides a priestly presence and is a professional member of the interdisciplinary care team. Makes assessments of the patient's spiritual needs and/or concerns. May provide and/or coordinate bereavement services. Makes referrals to our contacts with community religious leaders on behalf of the patient, to meet their specific religious needs. Respects and supports the spirituality of patients and staff without attempting to proselytize.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Divinity, Religion or Theology required
• Denominational ordination in good standing required
• 4 units of ACPE certified Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) required 
• High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) or Completion of a CMC Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate and 6 years of ministry experience may be substituted for Bachelor's Degree and experience requirement

Experience

• 2 years of ministry experience providing spiritual care required
• Bilingual - Spanish speaking preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• DL - Valid California Driver's License and driving record acceptable to Community Medical Centers required

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.