Chaplain I, II, or Masters

Essentia Health

Provide spiritual care for patients and families at Essentia Health. Support grieving families and lead worship ceremonies while documenting care provided.

Posted 7/14/2026part-timeDuluth • Minnesota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing spiritual care and support to patients and families, including grief counseling and leading religious ceremonies. Holds relevant theological education and certifications, ensuring compliance with professional standards in spiritual care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In TheologyACPE Accredited CPE UnitsCertification With NACC, APC Or SCAMaster’s Degree In TheologyGrief Counseling

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Hard Skills

Spiritual CarePatient SupportReligious CeremoniesDocumentation Of CareCounseling

Soft Skills

EmpathyCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

ACPE Accredited Unit Of CPEBoard Certification

Industry Keywords

End Of Life IssuesFamily SupportPatient CareOutpatient FacilitiesInpatient FacilitiesResidential Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive spiritual care to patients of all ages and their families
Include individual patient/resident support related to spiritual matters and family support
Provide support to patients and families facing grief and end of life issues
Lead religious ceremonies of worship, rituals and other spiritual care programs as directed
Document care and counseling provided
Participate in meetings and educational programs
Serve patients in outpatient, inpatient, and residential facilities depending on location
Participate on committees and department improvement initiatives as directed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field
Successful completion of ACPE accredited unit of CPE (Chaplain I)
2 ACPE accredited CPE units required for Chaplain II at the time of hire
Completion of an additional 2 ACPE accredited unit required within 24 months of hire for Chaplain II
Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field for Chaplain Masters
Successful completion of 3 ACPE accredited units of CPE and board certification required within 24 months for Chaplain Masters
Certification with the NACC, APC or SCA required within 24 months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
supplemental options to fit your needs
401(k) plan with employer contributions
professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
flexible scheduling
generous time off
wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health