Chaplain

Empath Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & Wellness

PTO 5+ weeks

CEU support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health, seeks a compassionate Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support aligned with patient and family beliefs. The role involves on-call visits, developing care plans, and memorial service planning while collaborating with staff and volunteers across Florida.

Qualified candidates will have a Master of Divinity or related field and CPE experience, with board certification preferred or a clear path to certification within two years.

Qualifications

• Board certified chaplain preferred; if not, eligible and willing to attain board certification within two years.
• Master of Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care or related field from accredited institution.
• Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education; four units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual care needs and complete initial assessment per CMS timelines.
• Develop individualized spiritual care plans aligned with patient/family goals.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide bereavement support.
• Oversee development and provision of patient funerals/memorial services and community services.
• Document care activities in EMR per agency guidelines.

Skills

Board certified chaplain

Inter-faith ministry

Pastoral care

Education

Master of Divinity

Theology

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Job description

Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Chaplain to provide spiritual, emotional support and services consistent with the spiritual beliefs of our patients, families, staff and volunteers.

Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect.

What You'll Do

• Assess spiritual care needs of patient/families referred for spiritual support. Complete initial spiritual care assessment within the timeframe defined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
• Develop an individualized spiritual care plan customized to patient/family goals, needs and concerns.
• Responsible for scheduled on-call rotations, making visits as requested.
• Provide bereavement support to patients, families, and team members to support effective grieving.
• Development and provision of patient funerals and memorial services as well as agency community memorial services.
• Document patient care activities in the electronic medical record according to agency guidelines.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Board certified chaplain with Association of Professional Chaplains, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, Neshama Association of Jewish Chaplains, Canadian Association for Spiritual Care, College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy, or Spiritual Care Association strongly preferred. If not, must be eligible and willing to work towards attaining board certification within the first two years of employment.
• Education and/or Experience: Master of Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care, or related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent level of preparation as determined by their faith group.
• Additional Education: Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education. Four units preferred.
• One to two years of previous experience in spiritual leadership and inter-faith ministry strongly preferred.
• Ability to take a leadership role in change management and conflict resolution.
• Compassion for and understanding of ministry to the terminally ill, their caregivers and families.
• Must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

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