Hospice Chaplain

Gentiva Health Services, Inc.

Stevens Point (WI)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Teammate Assistance Fund

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Gentiva Health Services, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will offer non-denominational support aligned with diverse beliefs and values.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education. Benefits include competitive pay, medical and dental insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology.
One unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education.
Preferred degrees from accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.
Assess spiritual needs and develop care plans.
Conduct visits, prayers, and provide bereavement support.

Skills

Spiritual and emotional support

Collaborative teamwork

Documentation of assessments

Bereavement support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education

Job description

Overview

Provide Peace. Offer Support. Honor Lives.

We believe every patient deserves dignity, peace, and connection—no matter where they are on life’s journey. Our Hospice Chaplains offer more than prayers and presence; they bring comfort, guidance, and meaning when it’s needed most.

We’re looking for a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure that no one walks this path alone.

What You’ll Do as a Hospice Chaplain:

Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values.
Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds.
Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff.
Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans.
Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family.
Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling.
Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients' and families' unique spiritual needs.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

About You

The candidate must meet one of the following educational requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology (or as required by state-specific regulations)
A minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Note: Degrees from accredited institutions are preferred. If a degree is from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Apply Today

Join us in expanding access, providing comfort, and transforming lives. If you are a compassionate Chaplain with experience in hospice spiritual care, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in patients’ final journey.

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