Chaplain - Full Time CPE Required

Circle of Life Hospice; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, AR seeks a Chaplain to join our interdisciplinary team on a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating on-call coverage for after-hours needs. The chaplain will assess spiritual needs, coordinate services, and provide bereavement support in alignment with patient and family beliefs.

Responsibilities include offering funeral services when requested, public speaking or training on spiritual issues, and collaborating with staff and local clergy to support

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's Degree in a related field.
• 1 unit of CPE with expectation of completing 4 units within 2 years.
• 5 years related experience and/or training; prior healthcare chaplaincy experience preferred.
• Exceptional listening skills and knowledge of death, dying and bereavement.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English; proficient with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual needs of hospice patients and families.
• Coordinate spiritual services through hospice staff, local churches or community clergy.
• Provide funeral services when requested and assist with family planning.
• Provide bereavement support to families.
• Lead public speaking or training on spiritual issues and hospice care for healthcare providers.

Skills

Active listening

Bereavement knowledge

End-of-life care

Communication skills

Public speaking

Education

Master's Degree in Theology/Ministry/Religious Studies

CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) 4 units to complete

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Chaplain will work a weekday Monday-Friday schedule with rotating on call coverage for after hour needs.

General Description: The chaplain is an integral part of the hospice interdisciplinary team and is responsible for assessing the spiritual needs of the hospice patient and family. The chaplain must be prepared to care for patients of diverse cultures and/ or religious backgrounds. Understanding that spiritual services must be delivered in a manner that is consistent with patient/family beliefs and desire for service. Chaplain coordinates spiritual services offered through the hospice staff, local religious organizations or community clergy. Provides funeral services when requested, and assists family with this planning. Provides bereavement support. Assists with public speaking/training concerning spiritual issues, end of life concerns, hospice care, etc. for other health care providers.

Requirements: Must have 1 unit of CPE with expectation of completing 4 untils within 2 years. Must have 5 years related experience and/or training; prior healthcare chaplaincy experience required. Exceptional listening skills. Knowledge of death, dying and bereavement preferred, as well as experience with end of life issues and hospice services. Able to work with individuals as well as a commitment to organizational goals; knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; time management. Must be able to read, write and communicate face to face and by phone effectively in English. Requires computer skills. Prior experience using electronic health systems preferred. Valid driver's license, personal auto and current auto liability insurance. Satisfactory results from current TB test.

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited institution preferred. At least 4 units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) required to complete if not already acquired.