Chaplain - Hospice

Your Health; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

401(k) match

HDHP insurance

HSA

Generous PTO

Career development

Job summary

Your Health is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to serve the PEE DEE area, providing spiritual and emotional support to patients at homes and assisted living facilities, and to families during end‑of‑life care. The role involves compassionate presence, meaning‑making, and guidance across diverse faith backgrounds.

This is a salary‑based, full‑time 8‑hour shift (8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday). The ideal candidate will have ordination, MDIV, CPE, and experience in healthcare chaplaincy, with strong

Qualifications

• MDiv or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious organization.
• CPE certification preferred.
• Experience providing spiritual care in a healthcare setting, preferably hospice or palliative care.
• Knowledge of diverse religious and spiritual traditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments to understand beliefs, values, and spiritual needs.
• Provide spiritual counseling and support to patients and families, addressing fears and existential questions.
• Offer prayer, scripture reading, and other spiritual rituals as appropriate.
• Facilitate meaning‑making and life review conversations for peace and closure.
• Collaborate with the hospice team to ensure holistic care and participate in meetings.
• Provide bereavement support and assist with memorial services as needed.
• Develop relationships with local clergy and faith communities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Travel readiness

Flexible hours

Education

Master of Divinity

Ordination/endorsement

CPE certification (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking a Chaplain to service our Palliative/Hospice patients throughout the PEE DEE 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).

Service Area(s) Currently Available

• Florence area
• Sumter 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 401(k)
• 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?

Your Health is currently looking for a Hospice Chaplain to join our growing Hospice care family.

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.