Job Description

Hospice Chaplains have the profound honor of stewarding patients and families through the sacred journey of end-of-life care. Chaplains are a critical part of our team offering a compassionate presence, from brief visits to extended hours, ensuring that patients feel spiritually supported and at peace as they near death. By listening deeply and sometimes just honoring silence, chaplains help patients explore essential questions, recognize the significance of their lives, and find comfort. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team to address not only physical and emotional needs but also spiritual concerns, respecting all beliefs without any intention of conversion.

Our team is committed to going above and beyond, providing comprehensive spiritual care to patients and extending support to families for up to a year after their loss. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those at their most vulnerable, we invite you to join our compassionate team. Be a part of our mission to bring comfort and peace to patients and their loved ones during this critical time.

Chaplain Requirements:

• Ecclesiastical endorsement by faith group/denomination
• Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) from an Accredited ACPE Center
• Master of Divinity degree or equivalent preferred
• One year of hospice care experience preferred
• Experience providing spiritual care to terminal patients, families, and clinicians
• Familiarity with hospice philosophy of care and end-of-life practices across faiths
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a hospice care team
• Proficient in electronic medical documentation for care plans and interventions
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable, insured transportation

Chaplain Responsibilities:

• Provide or coordinate spiritual care for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Conduct spiritual assessments in a timely manner.
• Support bereavement follow-up in collaboration with the bereavement coordinator.
• Actively participate in care conferences, hospice admissions, and IDG meetings.
• Offer emotional/spiritual support to hospice team members as needed.
• Maintain relationships with local spiritual leaders.
• Contribute to quality improvement programs.

Chaplain Schedule & Benefits:  

• Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with an on-call rotation that will include weekends and evenings
• Be part of a team willing to grow, listen, be heard, and be challenged.
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO.
• Set the industry standard of care.

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