Chaplain (various positions) – Akron Children’s Hospital
Chaplaincy Opportunities
Rewarding opportunities for Chaplains to join our team!
Our chaplains provide emotional and spiritual support for patients, families and staff of all cultures, faiths, and those with no religious preference.
Chaplains respect individual dignity and privacy and offer a caring presence without imposing religious beliefs.
Staff Chaplains
Full time (M-F day shift) and a Part time (M-F day shift) opportunities are available at our hospital in Akron.
Our Chaplains require a Master of Divinity degree or related field and 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) accredited by ACPE, with at least 2 units in a pediatric setting preferred. They must also be board certified or eligible to complete board certification within 2 years hire.
Associate Chaplain
Part time (M-F day shift) opportunity at our hospital in Akron.
Our Associate Chaplains require a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 1 unit of CPE, accredited by ACPE, required. Must obtain 4 units of CPE within two years of hire.
On-Call Staff Chaplain
This role responds to spiritual care needs as they arise, particularly during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, offering a supportive presence during times of crisis, grief, or uncertainty.
Bachelor’s degree in theology, religious studies, pastoral care, or a related field and at least one unit of CPE accredited by ACPE, required.
If you are interested in discussing any of our opportunities, you are welcome to contact Recruiter Ann Marie Ondo at aondo@akronchildrens.org or call 330-543-8828, or apply and the recruiter will contact you.
If you’d like to advertise a job opening or CPE residency, contact us at info@chaplaincyinnovation.org. Openings are publicized on a per-week basis across social media, here on the Lab’s website, and the Lab’s bi-weekly newsletter. CPE residencies are publicized at a discounted rate.