What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Chaplain position at Sequoia Home Health and Hospice?
About Sequoia Hospice of the East Bay
At Sequoia Hospice of the East Bay, we are committed to providing compassionate, individualized care to patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments. Serving a diverse community, we honor each patient’s journey with dignity and respect.
As part of the Cornerstone Group, with over 75 agencies nationwide, we operate locally with a strong culture of high performance, innovation, and care. Our team is empowered to create and implement programs that best serve our patients and communities.
Position Overview
The Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers. This role is essential in helping individuals navigate the end-of-life journey with peace, dignity, and comfort, regardless of faith tradition or belief system.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct spiritual assessments and provide timely, appropriate services to patients and families.
- Offer direct spiritual counseling and support in alignment with patient and family preferences.
- Serve as a liaison to community clergy and spiritual counselors.
- Document all spiritual care services and maintain records for quality assurance and program development.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, offering insight and guidance on spiritual care needs.
- Provide or coordinate funeral and memorial services upon request.
- Organize periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Educate and support hospice staff on spiritual care principles and practices.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent preferred).
- Experience providing spiritual care in hospice or end-of-life settings.
- Comfort working in interfaith and multicultural environments.
- Ability to support individuals with diverse lifestyles, beliefs, and values.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills within interdisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of hospice philosophy and the emotional needs of the terminally ill.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
Why Join Sequoia Hospice?
We operate with the Core Values of CAPLICO:
- Celebration
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk Taking
- Customer Second
- Ownership
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and want to help shape the future of hospice care in the Bay Area, we’d love to meet you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $35 - $50
