Hospice Chaplain

Trinity Health; Johnson (AL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day One Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

401K Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral incentives

Orientation and professional dev

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England At Home is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual care across our home-based ministry, supporting patients, families, and colleagues during life’s significant moments. You will assess spiritual and ethical needs, offer crisis support, document care in the EMR, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care.

This full-time position includes Day One benefits, mileage reimbursement, tuition assistance, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theology, Religion, Spiritual Care or Spirituality or equivalent
• 1–3 years of Spiritual Care experience with CPE training; chaplaincy preferred
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) strongly preferred via APC, CASC, NACC, NAJC
• 4 units (1600 hours) ACPE accredited Spiritual Care education and faith-based endorsement

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care and support to patients, families, visitors, and staff, respecting diverse beliefs and values
• Assess spiritual, religious, and ethical needs and provide interventions or referrals
• Document assessments, care provided, and outcomes in the EMR
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to integrate spiritual care into the healing process
• Support and improve spiritual care programs while educating staff on addressing spiritual needs
• Facilitate prayer, worship, meditation, and sacramental services for diverse faith traditions
• Promote workplace well-being, maintain sacred spaces, and ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Spiritual care experience

CPE training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bereavement support

Education

Master’s degree in theology or related field

ACPE-4 units accredited SPIRITUAL CARE education

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift:

Description: Hospice Chaplain

Location: Hartford Region

Status: Full Time

Incentive: Day One Benefits

Position Purpose:

This role plays a vital part in providing Spiritual Care across our local ministry, supporting patients, participants, residents, families, and colleagues during some of life’s most significant moments. As an integrated member of our healthcare team, the Chaplain helps address spiritual distress, offers grief support, provides crisis intervention, and walks alongside individuals navigating profound life changes.

Position Details:

This position is 100% home care.

Includes mileage reimbursement.

What will you do:

• Provide spiritual care and support to patients, families, visitors, and staff, respecting diverse beliefs and values.
• Assess spiritual, religious, and ethical needs and provide appropriate interventions or referrals.
• Document assessments, care provided, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to integrate spiritual care into the healing process.
• Support and improve spiritual care programs while educating staff on addressing spiritual needs.
• Facilitate prayer, worship, meditation, and sacramental services for diverse faith traditions.
• Promote workplace well-being, maintain sacred spaces, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in theology, Religion, Spiritual Care or Spirituality, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) to three (3) years of Spiritual Care experience, including CPE training, is required. Chaplaincy or Spiritual Care ministry experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of experience may be considered.
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) strongly preferred via one of the following licensing groups: APC, CASC, NACC, and NAJC, which includes completion of a master’s degree as required by one of the certifying agencies from a Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) academic institution.
• Completion of 4 units (1600 hours) of ACPE accredited Spiritual Care education, and faith-based endorsement as recognized by one of the certifying agencies.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages include 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off package plus 7 additional paid holidays
• 403B Retirement plan with generous matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5250 a year and mileage reimbursement.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Comprehensive Orientation/professional development opportunities

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England At Home, a Catholic, Mission-driven, non-profit organization, is affiliated with Johnson Memorial Hospital and is a part of Trinity Health At Home, a National Health Ministry of Trinity Health.

With a strong legacy and a forward‑thinking care model, we are shaping the future of healthcare and empowering patients.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.