Hospice Chaplain

Dignity Care Partners Hospice Blue Ash; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Insurance benefits

401(k) retirement with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dignity Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide direct spiritual support to patients and families, integrating faith, culture and personal beliefs into care plans.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to address spiritual needs, coordinate with clergy, and develop bereavement follow-up as part of the plan of care. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferred.
• Experience with patients/families dealing with life-threatening illness or death preferred.
• Licensure, certification, and/or coursework as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Coordinate spiritual care activities with care team, clergy, and community groups.
• Develop and perform bereavement follow-up as indicated by the plan of care.
• Prepare accurate patient documentation and maintain records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Bereavement support

Education

Seminary/ theology degree

Pastoral ministry certification

Job description

Job Address:10123 Alliance Road, Suite 235 Blue Ash, OH 45242Why join our Dignity Care Hospice team?We provide end-of-life care, comfort and assistance to patients and families at home so they can make the most of their time together. We give patients and their loved ones the respect, dignity and comfort they need during these delicate times.Our team supports patients and their families with intentional, high-quality hospice care throughout southeast Ohio. We serve our local neighbors and our team members are the heartbeat of everything we do. We care for patients like we do our own families, and we care for one another the same way.What You Will Do as a Hospice ChaplainAt Dignity Care Hospice, a Hospice Chaplain career is more than a job or “a calling” – it’s a chance to leave a legacy of service and love on someone’s life. A legacy that will be remembered by your patients and their families forever. A legacy that will make your life better as well.As a Hospice Chaplain, you will responsible for the provision of spiritual support to patients and families in keeping their belief system. You will implement and coordinate all activities relating to the spiritual aspect of the patient care program. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:Providing direct spiritual support to patients and familiesWorking with team members, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and lossParticipating in patient conferences/meetings to explore and assess the spiritual needs of patients/familiesProviding bereavement follow-up services as indicated by the plan of careDeveloping and maintaining a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegatedPreparing accurate patient documentation and submittingBenefits You Will EnjoyIn addition to competitive pay, full-time team member benefits include:Paid Time OffInsurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary group programs)401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer matchTuition reimbursement for qualified career pathsCareer advancement opportunitiesScheduleFull TimeEducation, Licensure & Certification RequirementsGraduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferredExperience in working with patients/families dealing with a life-threatening illness or death preferredLicensure, certification, and/or coursework as required by the state