Chaplain - PRN

Bluegrass Care Navigators; Cynthiana (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Care Navigators in Cynthiana, Kentucky, seeks a Hospice Chaplain responsible for offering spiritual care to patients, families, and caregivers. This position involves conducting spiritual assessments and providing support while collaborating within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in theological studies or a master's degree, along with ordination and training in Clinical Pastoral Education. The role requires strong public speaking skills and the ability to connect with diverse faith traditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college/university with a focus in theological studies.
• Ordination or equivalent endorsement in good standing with faith group.
• Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care and support to patients and families.
• Deliver spiritual assessments and counseling.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Spiritual care

Public speaking

Community organization

Judgment and discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theological studies or equivalent

Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree

Job description

Schedule

PRN

Position Summary

The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for providing compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy. This role delivers spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or through coordination with community spiritual resources, and collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary team. The Chaplain contributes to holistic patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with organizational policies and licensure requirements.

Position Qualifications

• Chaplain I: Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in theological studies or equivalent; or
• Chaplain II: Graduate of an accredited seminary with a Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree that meets eligibility requirements for certification by a professional chaplaincy organization (e.g., Association of Professional Chaplains, National Association of Jewish Chaplains, or National Association of Catholic Chaplains)
• Ordination or equivalent endorsement and in good standing with the individual’s faith group.
• Completion of two (2) units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Knowledge of the processes of death, dying, and bereavement.
• Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and the ability to provide care to individuals and families from varied spiritual and cultural backgrounds.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary healthcare team dynamics, with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong public speaking skills and effective community organization abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile in good working order, that is insured in accordance with state minimum requirements.

Bluegrass Care Navigators is committed to creating a diverse environment and complies with Equal Employment Opportunity and Title VI guidelines. Employment with Bluegrass Care Navigators, as well as our services, are available to all qualified individuals.