Muslim Chaplain

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*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Muslim Chaplain 

• Full-time, 40 hours per week. Day Shift. Looking for Chaplain to cover Saturdays. Open to negotiating scheduled shifts and off days.

• Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229 

• Benefits and paid time off (PTO) eligible 

• $5.00/hour weekend differential for working Saturday shifts.

The Center for Spiritual and Grief Support at a Glance: 

An illness or hospital stay may be one of the hardest things a person ever goes through. A loved one’s illness affects the whole family. We understand that spiritual life is important to many people in times like this. Some people find comfort in religious practices like prayer. Others gain strength from things like music, art, stories, or nature. Some need a good listener to talk about their worries, beliefs, or doubts. 

Our Spiritual Care Providers (also known as Chaplains) are here to help. We are members of the healthcare team. Our focus is on the wellbeing of the patient’s and family’s spirit. We work with people of all religions and beliefs and strive to understand what gives each person meaning and purpose. Our goal is to connect patients and families with the things that bring them courage and hope in tough times. 

Chaplain Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide spiritual care specifically to Muslim patients/families, in addition to spiritual care to people/clinical staff of all faiths 

• Advocate for patients/families 

• Educate the healthcare teams to the impact of Muslim religious/spiritual beliefs on coping and medical decision making 

• Teach colleagues about Islam & Islamic culture 

• Cultivate relationships with local Muslim leaders and communities 

Job Qualifications: 

• Graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Accreditation 

• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education as offered through an ACPE accredited organization 

• Ordination, current endorsement, or good standing in accordance with the requirements of Muslim faith tradition and/or endorsing agency 

• Board Certification (or eligible for Board Certification) recognized by Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Association of Professional Chaplains, Canadian Association for Spiritual Care, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, and Neshama Association of Jewish Chaplains; or others as agreed upon by the Director of the Center for Spiritual & Grief Care that meet the Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplains (www.professionalchaplains.org). 

• Within three years from hire date, complete and submit application for Board Certification with the appropriate faith group or governing body 

• 2-4 years of chaplaincy experience preferred 

• Arabic language skills, or another spoken language in addition in English preferred. 

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. 

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability