Chaplain

Mainerafting; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Mainerafting is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain in Portland, Maine. The Chaplain will provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As part of an interdisciplinary team, you'll ensure that no one walks this path alone.

This position requires strong collaboration skills together with theological training. The role offers competitive pay starting at $28.50 to $34.50, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education is preferred.
• Strong ability to provide emotional and spiritual support.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care.
• Develop individualized spiritual care plans.

Skills

Compassion

Spiritual Support

Team Collaboration

Bereavement Counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology

One unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Job description

Overview

Provide Peace. Offer Support. Honor Lives.

We believe every patient deserves dignity, peace, and connection—no matter where they are on life’s journey. Our Hospice Chaplains offer more than prayers and presence; they bring comfort, guidance, and meaning when it’s needed most.

We’re looking for a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure that no one walks this path alone.

What You’ll Do as a Hospice Chaplain

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values.
• Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds.
• Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff.
• Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans.
• Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family.
• Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling.
• Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients’ and families’ unique spiritual needs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

About You

The candidate must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology (or as required by state-specific regulations)
• A minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Note: Degrees from accredited institutions are preferred. If a degree is from a non‑accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Salary Range: $28.50 - $34.50

We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company‑paid Life & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Apply Today
Join us in expanding access, providing comfort, and transforming lives. If you are a compassionate Chaplain with experience in hospice spiritual care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in patients’ final journey.

Legalese

• This is a safety‑sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug‑free workplace