Chaplain - Hospice

Your Health; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

401K match

HDHP insurance

HSA match

Generous PTO

Career development

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Your Health in Charleston area seeks a Chaplain to serve palliative/hospice patients in homes and assisted living facilities, providing spiritual and emotional support, compassionate presence, and meaning-making across diverse faith backgrounds.

This is a salary-based, full-time 8-hour position (8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday). The chaplain collaborates with the hospice team, conducts bereavement support, and engages in outreach to clergy and communities to promote spiritual care services.

Qualifications

• MDiv or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a religious organization.
• CPE certification preferred.
• Experience in providing spiritual care in healthcare settings, preferably hospice or palliative care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments to understand beliefs, values, and needs.
• Collaborate with hospice team to address spiritual needs alongside other care.
• Develop relationships with local clergy and faith communities for outreach.
• Provide bereavement support and assist with memorial services when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent theological degree

Job description

We are seeking a Chaplain to service our Palliative/Hospice patients throughout the Charleston area. Chaplain will service homes and/or Assisted Living Facility patients providing spiritual and emotional support to patients and families. This role involves providing compassionate presence, facilitating meaning‑making, and offering spiritual guidance to individuals of diverse faith backgrounds and beliefs.

This is a salary‑based position. It is a full‑time 8‑hour position (8:00 AM–5:00 PM) (Monday‑Friday).

The Following Service Area(s) Are Currently Available

• Summerville/Charleston area

About

We are a leading physician group serving South Carolina and Georgia, dedicated to delivering quality healthcare directly to patients in care facilities, homes, clinics, and virtual visits. Our services include comprehensive primary care, specialty services, and pharmacy support, tailored to meet diverse patient needs. Committed to excellence and innovation, our team collaborates closely with facilities and families to ensure accessible, coordinated, and compassionate care.

Why Choose a Career at Your Health?

• Competitive Compensation Package with Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Matched 401K
• Free Visit & Prescriptive Services with HDHP Insurance Plan
• Employer Matched HSA
• Generous PTO Package
• Career Development & Growth Opportunities
• Vehicle allowance

What Are We Looking For?

The following is a list of essential functions, which may be subject to change at any time and without notice. Management may assign new duties, reassign existing duties, and/or eliminate function(s).

Spiritual Assessment And Care

• Conduct spiritual assessments to understand the patient’s beliefs, values, and spiritual needs.
• Provide spiritual counseling and support to patients and families, addressing fears, anxieties, and existential questions related to death and dying.
• Offer prayer, scripture reading, and other spiritual rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient and family.
• Facilitate meaning‑making and life review conversations, helping patients find peace and closure.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure holistic patient care, addressing spiritual needs alongside physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient progress and care plans.
• Provide spiritual support and guidance to hospice staff and volunteers.

Community Outreach And Education

• Develop relationships with local clergy and faith communities to provide support and resources to patients and families.
• Conduct presentations and workshops on spirituality and end‑of‑life care for community groups.
• Represent the hospice organization at community events and promote spiritual care services.

Bereavement Support

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to bereaved families.
• Assist with memorial services and funeral planning, as requested.
• Participate in bereavement support groups and programs.

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) certification preferred.
• Experience in providing spiritual care in a healthcare setting, preferably hospice or palliative care.
• Knowledge of diverse religious and spiritual traditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to individuals facing end‑of‑life challenges.
• Sensitivity to cultural and religious differences.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.