Hospice Chaplain

ViaQuest, Inc.; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaQuest Hospice is seeking a dedicated Spiritual Services Coordinator to enhance the emotional and spiritual well-being of patients and families. This role involves delivering spiritual care, participating in patient conferences, and arranging services as needed. Comprehensive training and benefits are included, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about helping others.

Benefits

Comprehensive training including patient visits

Benefit package including medical, vision, dental

401k plan

Up to 13 days of paid-time off in the first year

Qualifications

• Experience working with patients and families dealing with illness, loss, and grief.
• Graduate of an accredited seminary or similar certification is required.
• Ability to be open, sensitive, flexible, and ecumenical.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of spiritual services to patients and their loved ones.
• Coordinate and implement spiritual services program activities.
• Conduct memorial services and manage chaplaincy availability.

Skills

Sensitivity

Flexibility

Ecumenical approach

Education

Graduate of an accredited seminary

Certification in hospital or pastoral ministry

Job description

At ViaQuest Hospice we take a holistic approach, offering services to treat the physical, emotional and mental needs of our patients and their loved ones. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the patients we serve!

Responsibilities may include:

• Delivery of spiritual services to patients and their loved ones.
• Coordinate and implement all activities of the ViaQuest Hospice spiritual services program.
• Participate in patient conference by exploring and assessing the potential spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Perform occasional liturgical assignments such as monthly memorial services with employees.
• Conduct and make arrangements for funeral or memorial service as needed.
• Arrange for on-call availability of chaplaincy services.

Requirements for this position include:

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
• Experience working with patients and families dealing with illness, loss and grief.
• Demonstrates ability to be open, sensitive, flexible and ecumenical.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Comprehensive training including patient visits with a preceptor and Brightree and Elsevier trainings.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Earn up to 13 days of paid-time off within your first year of employment.