This position is located at the Chillicothe Veterans Affairs Medical Center within the Chaplain Service. The Chaplain provides comprehensive, religious ministry services to Veteran patients according to their specific needs and desires. Carries out a ministry which is highly integrated into VHA's Chaplain program. Provides thorough guidance and advice to Chaplain Service management staff, other Chaplains, and other stakeholders.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provides comprehensive religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to all persons that are commensurate with the needs, desires, and voluntary consent of the Veteran, caregiver, or staff. Addresses the spiritual component of health and wellness in every patient care setting to ensure that pastoral care is fully integrated into all aspects of chaplain services.
Practices typically in a specialized clinic/program area, that may include intensive and extended pastoral counseling as an integral part of the treatment program, with patients facing complex moral, ethical, or spiritual problems. Conducts comprehensive religious services and worship, pastoral ministry, and administration of Chaplain services.
Leads various complex and sensitive projects, task groups, and assignments to obtain pertinent high-level information needed for Chaplain Service management officials. Engages as a spiritual leader, a compassionate listener, and counselor, especially during times of crisis. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or Sunday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telework: Not authorized. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 93675-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
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Alyssa.Littler@va.gov · 740-649-2896
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $93400 – $121422/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-09.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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