Compassionate Hospice Chaplain — Flexible Per Diem Role

pathways-healthcare-careers; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Visit Rate

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare, a hospice and home health provider in New Hampshire, seeks a per diem chaplain to deliver spiritual care across the Seacoast service area, including Exeter and surrounding towns.

You will assess spiritual needs, develop care plans, and provide direct support to patients and families while collaborating with a diverse interdisciplinary team and community clergy. Prior hospice experience and interfaith sensitivity are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or theology school with BD/MDiv or equivalent.
• Experience with death, dying, and supporting families.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfort in an interfaith setting and respect for diverse beliefs.
• Willingness to network with community clergy.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy of care.
• If home visits are required, a licensed driver with insured vehicle.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Ability to provide funeral or memorial services.
• Participation in quality improvement teams.

Responsibilities

• Assesses spiritual needs and ensures timely services.
• Develops the care plan through comprehensive assessment of identified spiritual needs.
• Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families.
• Liaises with community chaplains and counselors.
• Maintains records for QA, program development, and policies review.
• Documents services and ongoing communication with chaplains.
• Attends patient care conferences as part of the interdisciplinary group.
• Provides consultation and support to the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Interfaith sensitivity

Cultural competence

Community networking

Hospice philosophy

Funeral services

Volunteer supervision

Quality improvement

Education

BD/MDiv degree

Job description

Pathways Healthcare, a hospice and home health provider in New Hampshire, seeks a per diem chaplain to deliver spiritual care across the Seacoast service area, including Exeter and surrounding towns.

You will assess spiritual needs, develop care plans, and provide direct support to patients and families while collaborating with a diverse interdisciplinary team and community clergy. Prior hospice experience and interfaith sensitivity are valued.