Chaplain- Hospice

Henry Ford Health; Bingham Farms (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Chaplain for Hospice to assess and address the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care in home or facility settings.

The role also supports the hospice bereavement program, provides emotional support to staff and volunteers, and helps maintain continuity of care during difficult times.

Qualifications

• College graduate with a background in pastoral studies or equivalent studies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify the spiritual and emotional needs of hospice patients and their families.
• Support staff and volunteers in addressing their emotional and spiritual well-being.
• Coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team to provide comprehensive patient/family care.
• Implement and manage the hospice bereavement program.
• Ensure continuity of care by meeting the ongoing needs of patients and families.

Skills

Pastoral counseling

Bereavement support

Education

College degree in pastoral studies or equivalent

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Chaplain - Hospice

Job Title

Chaplain - Hospice

About the Department

As part of Henry Ford Health's Community Care Services, our Hospice team is dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, patient-centered care. We provide essential health resources, support services, and care coordination to individuals in their homes, ensuring comfort and dignity during life's most challenging moments. Our community-based programs focus on meeting patients where they are, making a meaningful impact across diverse populations.

Role Overview

As a Chaplain in our Hospice team, you will play a vital role in assessing and addressing the spiritual and emotional needs of hospice patients, their families, staff, and volunteers. You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure holistic patient care and manage the bereavement program, maintaining continuity of care and support during difficult times.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assess and identify the spiritual and emotional needs of hospice patients and their families.
• Support staff and volunteers in addressing their emotional and spiritual well-being.
• Coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team to provide comprehensive patient/family care.
• Implement and manage the hospice bereavement program.
• Ensure continuity of care by meeting the ongoing needs of patients and families.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to excel in your role and contribute to our shared mission.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• College graduate with a background in pastoral studies or equivalent studies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience in dealing with terminal illness and bereavement issues.