Chaplain

St. Croix Hospice; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Pet insurance

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plans

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a Chaplain to provide spiritual care and guidance to patients and families within a hospice setting. You will work with the clinical team to coordinate care and connect families with community resources and bereavement support.

The role includes leading spiritual assessments, developing care plans, and conducting memorial or funeral services as requested. A theology degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with driving responsibilities and HIPAA confidentiality

Qualifications

• Demonstrated theological coursework required.
• If no degree, 5+ years of experience in a formal ministerial setting required.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License and access to a dependable vehicle with insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides emotional, practical and spiritual guidance to patients and families.
• Coordinates with the clinical team and community chaplains/counselors.
• Maintains records for quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and provides spiritual care consultation.
• Supervises volunteers and supports bereavement programs.

Skills

Theological coursework

Ministerial experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies/theology/religious studies or equivalent theology degree

MDIV/MTS/ThM or equivalent theology degree

Job description

Chaplain

Position Overview

The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical and/or spiritual guidance for patients and their families, meeting them where they are on their hospice journey. As part of the patient care team, chaplains support the unique needs of each patient, including visiting with patients and their families, coordinating with the clinical team and connecting them with community resources and services. In the end-of-life planning have the privilege of is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of St. Croix Hospice, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.

Essential Functions and Skills

• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provides direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Coordinates with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Maintains records for quality assurance and compliance.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and provides spiritual care consultation.
• Recruits and educates community chaplains, counselors, and volunteers.
• Assists in developing and maintaining a bereavement program, ensuring follow-up care.
• Oversees condolence calls and support group scheduling.
• Conducts funeral/memorial services as requested.
• Organizes periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and clergy.
• Supervises spiritual care volunteers as needed.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Demonstrated theological coursework required.
• If no degree, 5+ years of experience in a formal ministerial setting required.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies, theology, or religious studies or equivalent theology degree preferred.
• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (MDIV, MTS, ThM or equivalent theological degree) preferred.
• One or more unit(s) of Clinical Pastoral Education preferred.
• Hospice or Medical Chaplain experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 12 pounds. Occasionally up to 20pounds.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.

The hourly base range for this role is $30-$38 per hour.An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets. The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate inemployee benefits including ourmedical/dental/vision/petinsurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/oreligibility forother compensation.