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Overview Join our compassionate team as a Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator, where you will serve as a vital spiritual guide and emotional support provider for patients, families, and staff navigating the challenges of terminal illness and loss. This role offers an opportunity to bring comfort, hope, and spiritual strength through personalized pastoral care, bereavement support, and community engagement. You will lead religious and educational programs, facilitate meaningful conversations around faith and grief, and foster a nurturing environment rooted in compassion and cultural sensitivity. Your leadership will help families find peace during difficult times while promoting holistic hospice care that honors diverse spiritual beliefs. Duties Complete spiritual assessments on all patient and/or families within five (5) calendar days of referral Determine the frequency of routine visits and/or contacts to be made for each patient and/or family based on the initial assessment as well as ongoing assessments of the patient and/or family Provide routine visits with patients and/or families with chaplain referrals and completed chaplain assessments Provide direct spiritual support/counseling and end of life counseling to patients and/or families in keeping with the personal spiritual beliefs of the patient and/or family Provide guidance and assistance as needed/requested with funeral arrangements, plans, and/or conducting services Work with the interdisciplinary team, other clergy and community groups to enhance his/her sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients and/or families experiencing terminal illness and/or loss Provide bereavement counseling as need and directed by the Clinical Director and Bereavement Coordinator Complete necessary paperwork/reports accurately and timely Attend as a participate in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) Meetings, staff meetings (routine and called), and in-services Assist with and provide staff in-services related to the Chaplain program/services and/or spirituality issues or related field for the hospice team members and/or other facility staff when appropriate Assist with community programs when required (e.g. communion services in facilities) Provide confidential counseling services to hospice team members as appropriate Communicate regularly with other hospice team members (RNCM, Hospice Aide, Social Workers, Volunteer Coordinator, Bereavement Coordinator) to provide patient updates, patient needs and/or concerns and to assist in developing a multi-disciplined plan for working effectively with the patient and/or family Maintain a continued sensitivity and awareness to issues of diversity such as, but not limited to cultural, sexual, age, economic status and lifestyle and maintain a working knowledge of the hospice model of care Perform other job-related activities as assigned. Skills Proven experience working as a clergyperson or in religious leadership within a nonprofit faith-based organization. Strong background in pastoral theology, Christian counseling, or related fields with expertise in terminal illness counseling. Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver compelling presentations and public speaking engagements on spiritual topics. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse communities and provide sensitive bereavement support across different faiths. Skilled in event planning for religious services, educational workshops, or community outreach initiatives. Crisis management skills to handle emotionally charged situations with empathy and professionalism. Ability to mentor staff or volunteers while managing conflict resolution and crisis intervention scenarios effectively. This position is designed for dedicated professionals passionate about guiding others through life's most profound moments with compassion and integrity. If you are committed to making a meaningful difference through spiritual leadership and supportive care, we invite you to bring your expertise to our compassionate team dedicated to enriching lives during life's most challenging times.

Pay:

$26.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 25.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

In person