Chaplain

Job Posting for Hospice Pastor / Chaplain at VistaRiver Job Description VistaRiver, an esteemed health and wellness organization dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care, is currently seeking a dedicated and spiritually attuned individual to join our team as a Part-Time Hospice Pastor / Chaplain. This pivotal role will cater to a diverse community, providing spiritual support and guidance to both patients and their families during crucial times. Located at our supportive care facility, this position is not a remote job and requires the presence on-site to effectively fulfill the duties and responsibilities associated with the role. Duties and Responsibilities Provide emotional and spiritual support to hospice patients and their families, ensuring services are in line with their beliefs and needs. Conduct spiritual assessments of patients to better understand their spiritual needs and provide appropriate interventions. Facilitate religious or spiritual rituals and ceremonies as per patient and family's faith traditions. Offer grief counseling and bereavement support to families before and after the passing of a loved one. Work collaboratively with the hospice care team to integrate spiritual care into the overall care plan. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss and plan patient care from a holistic viewpoint. Document spiritual care services and interactions in patient care records accurately and timely. Develop and lead training sessions for staff on handling spiritual issues and enhancing their competence in providing spiritual care. Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the beliefs and practices of others, fostering an inclusive environment. Engage in community outreach to educate on hospice philosophy and the role of spiritual care in end-of-life settings. Requirements Ordained or Licensed Minister, with official ordination or licensure from a recognized religious body or denomination. Strong theological foundation with a solid understanding of religious texts, doctrines, and spiritual practices relevant to the populations served. Ability to respect and support people of various faith traditions or no faith, adapting care to patient and family beliefs. Exceptional listening skills, with the ability to listen deeply, non-judgmentally, and attentively to patients, families, and staff. Calm and grounded demeanor, providing a steady, reassuring presence even in emotionally charged or crisis moments. Strong emotional intelligence and boundaries to provide care without overextending personal capacity.

Understanding of hospice philosophy:

comfort over cure, dignity, and patient-centered care. Experience in supporting anticipatory grief, family grief, and post-death bereavement. Ability to address spiritual distress, meaning-making, forgiveness, reconciliation, and preparation for death.