Chaplain, part-time

Chaplain, part-time

17 Nov 2025
Washington, Bellingham, 98225 Bellingham USA

Chaplain, part-time

Christian Health Care Center has been recognized as one of the best places to receive care in Washington state. Join a faith-based, nonprofit care team that leads in quality and service!

As a chaplain at Christian Health Care Center, you will play an essential role in caring for residents’ spiritual and emotional well-being. This ministry-based position offers the opportunity to walk alongside residents, families and staff through times of joy, transition and loss. You’ll lead services, coordinate pastoral visits and help ensure that each person in our care experiences peace, dignity and compassionate support.

Responsibilities:

Support CHCC’s mission of providing skilled health care with compassion and love in Christ’s name

Provide spiritual care to residents, families and staff

Lead regular worship services, Bible studies, holiday and memorial gatherings

Visit with residents upon admission and continue visitation as needed or requested

Respond promptly, offer prayer and pastoral counseling upon request

Coordinate clergy and volunteers from the wider faith community

Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team

Assist in organizing company-sponsored events and activities

Perform special projects as assigned by the executive director or administrator

See full job description for additional duties: https://chcclynden.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Chaplain-Job-Description.pdf

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in theology or equivalent from an accredited school of theology; ordination, clinical training in chaplaincy or current endorsement for chaplaincy ministry by a recognized religious group

Able to provide compassionate care to individuals of various faith traditions

Minimum two years of experience in professional ministry

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Word; able to learn new software and troubleshoot issues

Valid Washington state driver’s license

Skills:

Strong personal faith and commitment to Jesus Christ, consistent with CHCC’s mission

Able to minister with humility and empathy

Excellent listening and communication skills

Compassionate presence with individuals facing illness, grief or loss

Ability to connect with people from diverse faith traditions and backgrounds

Calm and steady demeanor during emotionally intense situations

Collaborative spirit and respect for all team members

Dependable, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality

Organized and able to balance multiple pastoral responsibilities

Hours: 20 hours per week. Typically, 3 days per week; hours will be discussed and agreed upon at hire.

Wages: $23.00 to $30.95 per hour, depending on experience and credentials

Job Benefits:

Sick time accrual

Holiday pay (double) if scheduled to work on major holidays

Tuition reimbursement for qualified employees

Vacation accrual (for part-time employees who work 20–29 hours per week)

Paid in-service time and free continuing education classes

See the full list of benefits at https://chcclynden.org/part-time-benefits/

How to apply: Download the job description and apply online at (https://chcclynden.org/careers/).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other legally protected classification.

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