Chaplain Home Care

Vitas Healthcare Corporation

Florida

On-site

USD 58,494 - 76,043

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with generous company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading hospice care provider in New York seeks a Chaplain to focus on the spiritual needs of patients and families in end-of-life care settings. The candidate will provide pastoral care interventions and demonstrate compassion and skill in addressing the spiritual dynamics of illness, loss, and death. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, a Master's of Divinity, and preferred pastoral experience. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

Must have ordination or commission for ministry of pastoral care.
Five years of pastoral experience preferred, with two years in clinical settings.
Must complete at least one unit (400 hours) of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
Knowledge in dealing with spiritual dynamics of illness, loss, and death.

Responsibilities

Focus on spiritual needs of patients and families within end-of-life care.
Provide pastoral care interventions aligned with spiritual assessments.
Demonstrate compassion and skill in spiritual dynamics of loss and death.

Skills

Compassion

Pastoral Counseling

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Spiritual Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master’s of Divinity or equivalent graduate degree

Job description

Overview

The Chaplain is a member of the interdisciplinary team and focuses on the spiritual needs of patients, families, caregivers and staff, including volunteers. The chaplain provides pastoral care interventions, including pastoral counseling, which are determined by spiritual assessment, the specific setting and sensitivity to a variety of values, beliefs and religious orientations. The chaplain seeks excellence in pastoral care, which requires authentic demeanor, compassion and skill in dealing with the spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death.

Responsibilities and Focus

Focus on the spiritual needs of patients, families, caregivers and staff within end-of-life care settings. Provide pastoral care interventions and counseling aligned with spiritual assessments and values/religious orientations. Demonstrate authentic demeanor, compassion and skill in addressing spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have ordination or commission to function in a ministry of pastoral care and have received endorsement from and be in good standing with their faith body.
Five years of pastoral experience preferred — two in a clinical setting.
A minimum of 1 unit (400 hours), preferably two or more, of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) accredited by one of the following: Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, National Association of Catholic Chaplains or the Canadian Association for Pastoral Practice and Education.
Equivalencies to CPE may include: evidence of clinical pastoral educational experience with supervision, peer group participation and theological reflection; AAMFT, AAPC, or AMHC certification; or a DMin or other accredited graduate degree in pastoral care.
Knowledge and skill in dealing with spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death.
Ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Commitment to professional growth and development.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution.
Master’s of Divinity or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited (ATS) seminary or theological school required.

Special Instructions to Candidates

EOE/AA M/F/D/V

About Us

VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.

All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.

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