Hospice Chaplain

Gentivahs; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Gentivahs is seeking a part-time Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual care during weekdays. This role does not require weekends or holidays and offers a supportive team environment. Candidates must have relevant degrees and experience in spiritual care. Opportunities for professional growth, flexible schedules, and benefits are available.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching contributions

Career growth opportunities

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Free Continuing Education Units

Referral bonus program

Financial assistance program

Qualifications

• Degree in theology, religion, psychology or sociology required.
• Two years of spiritual care ministry experience required.
• Preferred prior work in hospice spiritual care.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual services to hospice patients and families.
• Develop and participate in interdisciplinary care plans.
• Assist in spiritual education for staff and community.

Skills

Counseling

Spiritual Support

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS or BA in theology, psychology or sociology

Master’s Degree in counseling or theology (preferred)

ACPE-accredited CPE

Job description

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

This is a less than full-time position providing spiritual care support to our patients, families, and staff during the weekday hours. No weekends or holidays required.

We offer a supportive team, excellent work life balance, competitive hourly rate, flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement.

As a PRN Hospice Chaplain, you will be eligible for:

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with company matching contributions

• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels

• One on One Onboarding Program with a Nurse Preceptor

• Free Continuing Education Units

• Local and national award programs

• Referral bonus program

• Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program

• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

As a Hospice Chaplain, you will:

• You will report directly to the Administrator or Executive Director.

• You will be responsible for the spiritual services provided to hospice patients and families.

• Participatein developing the interdisciplinary care plan.

• Visit patients/families identified as appropriate for spiritual care services and provides direct spiritual support, counsel, prayer, and ministry as appropriate.

• Assist members of the interdisciplinary team in understanding the significant spiritual concerns related to the patient/family response to dying.

• Serve as liaison and resource for community spiritual leaders in dealing with hospice patient/family.

• Assist members of the interdisciplinary team in understanding the significant spiritual concerns related to the patient/family response to dying.

• Assist in training and education in spiritual care for hospice staff, volunteers, local clergy, nursing home staff, and the community.

About You

The candidate must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• BS or BA in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology from a college or university and/or as required by state-specific regulations.

• A Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, theology or divinity from a college or university and/or as required by state-specific regulations. (Preferred.)

• A minimum of one unit of Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. (ACPE)-accredited CPE.

• Note a degree received from an accredited college/university is preferred. If the degree is received from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.

Additional Experience:

• Two years of active work in spiritual care ministry/ program, one unit of pastoral education (per state requirements, if indicated), and demonstrated ability to work with patients, families, and community spiritual leaders of various denominations/beliefs is required.

• Three years of active work in hospice spiritual care support and one year of clinical pastoral education is preferred.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO

• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program

• Competitive Salaries

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2025-123304
Category: Bereavement / Chaplains
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Heartland Hospice