Chaplain II

Sutter Health

. Assess, coordinate, and evaluate the spiritual needs of patients and families .

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeBerkeley • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $47 - $65 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in spiritual care assessment, planning, and delivery, with a strong focus on patient and family needs. Possesses the ability to mentor others and effectively communicate sensitive information while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In DivinityNCC Board CertificationACPE TrainingSpiritual CounselingKnowledge Of Death And Grief Processes

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Hard Skills

Spiritual Care PlanningSpiritual AssessmentDocumentationCoping TechniquesCommunity Resource Education

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

NCC Board CertificationACPE Training

Industry Keywords

Spiritual CarePatient PrivacyDiverse Religious PracticesBereavement ProcessesMentoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, coordinate, and evaluate the spiritual needs of patients and families
Provide direct spiritual care in coordination with the patient care team
Develop, document, and deliver spiritual care plans
Establish and periodically revise plans of care through comprehensive spiritual assessments
Incorporate developmental-stage and age-specific patient/family needs into assessment and treatment planning
Communicate care-plan changes to interdisciplinary teams and community resources
Provide spiritual counseling and apply spiritual-care techniques to improve coping effectiveness
Assist with funerals, memorial services, and sacramental needs
Educate patients and families about community resources and link them to services
Act as a resource to staff regarding spiritual needs and concerns
Mentor chaplain students and new chaplains
Complete accurate patient and departmental documentation and review charts
Protect patient protected health information and comply with privacy requirements
Provide worship services, memorials, and staff support groups as requested
Complete mandated continuing education and maintain certification requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Divinity OR graduate-level theological degree from a CHEA-accredited organization OR equivalent granted by the Association of Professional Chaplains
4 units of ACPE training
2 years of recent relevant experience
NCC board certification through APC, NACC, NAJC, or CASC within three years if hired after 01/01/2025
Knowledge of death, dying, grief, and bereavement processes
Knowledge of diverse religious practices and community resources
Written and verbal interpersonal skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences
Well-developed time management and organizational skills
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interrupted environment
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
Ability to ensure patient protected health information privacy
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package (no specific benefits listed)
Total rewards program