CHAPLAIN

Delaware Hospice is actively seeking a full-time Chaplain to primarily cover Kent County.

The Chaplain functions as part of the hospice interdisciplinary team to provide spiritual services care to patients and families.

You will be part of an entire team of highly qualified, caring individuals assists with the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of you and your loved ones. The dedicated Delaware Hospice team includes:

• Medical Director: Consults with the primary physician, oversees the care plan, and, if necessary, may serve as the attending physician.
• Registered Nurse: Acts as the primary point of contact, conducts weekly medical assessments, manages the patient's care plan, lets the family/caregiver know what to expect, and answers all questions.
• Certified Nursing Assistant: Provides personal care to the patient and keeps the family/caregiver informed and advised.
• Social Worker: Provides emotional care and supports the needs of the whole family.
• Chaplain: Offers spiritual direction and prayer.
• Adult and Child Bereavement Counselor: Provides grief support.
• Volunteers: Offer companionship and encouragement.

Delaware Hospice cares for our staff with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the generous benefits we provide and the opportunities for growth and advancement that we make available to our team. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• State of the art EMR system
• Mileage reimbursement
• 403(B) retirement fund with company contribution after 1 year of service
• Social Worker Career Ladders
• Paid time off
• Reimbursement for certification fees, and tuition assistance
• Retention awards
• Employee Assistance Program to you and family members at no cost to you
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• Fun contests to promote a healthy lifestyle

Delaware Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided the highest quality hospice and healthcare services, and serves as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Our mission is to support every individual, family, and community with compassionate and expert care for serious illness.

Accredited by the Joint Commission, Delaware Hospice continues to be a licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware. Now also providing care in Pennsylvania; southern Chester and Delaware counties. We offered healthcare services through our Delaware Hospice, Delaware Palliative, Katybug, Bereavement, and New Hope programs at the Delaware Hospice Center, in private homes, or acute and long term care facilities. For more information about Delaware Hospice’s programs and services, upcoming events, or employment opportunities, call 302-478-5707 or visit our website, www.delawarehospice.org.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s of Divinity or equivalent; ordination from an accredited seminary or other accredited school of religious studies.   Experience in pastoral care, especially care of the terminally ill and their families.  Commitment to the hospice philosophy of care; ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the provision of hospice care.