Chaplain

Community Health System • Fresno, CA

1d

About The Position

Overview All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek Free Continuing Education and certification Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions Great food options with on-demand ordering Free parking and electric charging 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. Responsibilities 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 2 years of ministry experience providing spiritual care required
• DL - Valid California Driver's License and driving record acceptable to Community Medical Centers required

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Free Continuing Education and certification
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time