Muslim Chaplain
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center
Muslim Chaplain
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center
Pediatric hospital, research, and medical education
Primary Location
Kasota - 3244 BurnetDepartment
Ctr for Spiritual & Grief CareShift
Day (United States of America)Schedule
Full timeWeekly Hours
40FTE
1Employee Status
Regular*Expected Starting Pay Range
$53,705.60 - $67,142.40*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 Supportat 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 totalkabout 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 andbeliefs andstrive 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 staffof all faiths
Advocate for patients/families
Educate the healthcare teamsto the impact ofMuslimreligious/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 standingin accordance withthe requirements ofMuslimfaith traditionand/or endorsing agency
Board Certification(or eligible for Board Certification)recognized byAssociation 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 andsubmitapplication for Board Certification with theappropriate faithgroup or governing body
2-4 years of chaplaincy experience preferred
Arabic language skills, or another spoken language in addition in Englishpreferred.
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
Pediatric hospital, research, and medical education
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is a nonprofit academic medical center that provides pediatric care across the spectrum—from routine well-child visits to treatment of rare and complex illnesses—and serves as the Department of Pediatrics for the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Care is delivered by pediatric specialists in hospital and clinic settings, while researchers and educators translate findings into better treatments and train residents and fellows. It differentiates itself by combining patient care with university-backed pediatric research and education at scale, along with a commitment to equality and an inclusive environment for staff, patients, and families. Its goal is to improve child health by delivering high-quality care, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of pediatric professionals.
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