Hospice Chaplain: Compassionate Spiritual Care Leader

St-Croix-Hospice-; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Pet insurance

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plans

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a Chaplain to guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey with compassionate spiritual care. You’ll assess needs, develop care plans, and work with the clinical team to connect families to community resources in a home-based setting.

You will also recruit and supervise volunteers, support bereavement programs, and participate in quality improvement while ensuring HIPAA compliance. A theological degree and clinical pastoral education are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; in lieu of a degree, 5 years of formal ministerial experience.
• Graduate theological training preferred (MDIV / MTS / ThM or equivalent).
• Clinical Pastoral Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families.
• Coordinate with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Maintain records for quality assurance and compliance.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and provide spiritual care consultation.
• Recruit and educate community chaplains, counselors, and volunteers.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a bereavement program and follow-up care.
• Oversee condolence calls and scheduling of support groups.
• Conduct funeral or memorial services as requested.
• Organize periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and clergy.
• Supervise spiritual care volunteers as needed.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in theology or related field

Graduate degree: MDIV / MTS / ThM or equivalent

Job description

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a Chaplain to guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey with compassionate spiritual care. You’ll assess needs, develop care plans, and work with the clinical team to connect families to community resources in a home-based setting.

You will also recruit and supervise volunteers, support bereavement programs, and participate in quality improvement while ensuring HIPAA compliance. A theological degree and clinical pastoral education are preferred.