Part-Time Hospice Chaplain

Role: The chaplain provides spiritual care and counseling to patients, their families, and staff, supporting their spiritual needs in alignment with their beliefs and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address spiritual needs of patients and families throughout their care journey.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and revise personalized spiritual care plans.
• Administer sacraments and offer individual spiritual support, respecting diverse faith traditions and cultural backgrounds.
• Educate healthcare staff and community faith leaders on spiritual care responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate documentation, ensure compliance with policies, and evaluate additional service needs.
• Promote spiritual life participation among employees and provide leadership when necessary.
• Address referrals promptly, demonstrate critical thinking in complex situations, and uphold ethical standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or Master of Theology from an accredited institution preferred.
• Certification or endorsement as a chaplain, with clinical pastoral education (CPE) units, preferred.
• Previous pastoral experience, hospice, and grief training preferred.
• Active membership in a Christian denomination, with ordination, licensing, or commissioning verification required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet medical guidelines.
  
  

Key Skills: Compassionate communication, cultural sensitivity, critical thinking, leadership, teamwork, and adherence to ethical standards.