Hospice Chaplain: Compassionate Spiritual Care & Bereavement

Gentiva; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. You will join an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, person-centered care and collaborate with nurses, social workers, and other staff.

The role emphasizes inclusive, culturally sensitive care, development of personalized care plans, and supportive bereavement services, with a focus on dignity and meaningful connections

Qualifications

• Provide spiritual and emotional support aligned with patient beliefs and values.
• Offer inclusive care respecting all faiths, traditions, and cultures.
• Document spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team during patient care conferences.
• Develop individualized spiritual care plans.
• Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as requested.
• Support families during grief, loss, or transition and provide bereavement counseling.
• Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources.
• Maintain timely documentation of assessments and outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Non-denominational care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Bereavement support

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology

ACPE-accredited CPE (1 unit)

Job description

Gentiva is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide non-denominational spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life care. You will join an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, person-centered care and collaborate with nurses, social workers, and other staff.

The role emphasizes inclusive, culturally sensitive care, development of personalized care plans, and supportive bereavement services, with a focus on dignity and meaningful connections