Hospice Chaplain — Compassionate Spiritual Care Leader

The Pennant Group; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

First Call Hospice & Palliative Care in Sacramento, CA is seeking an experienced chaplain to join our compassionate hospice team. The role focuses on spiritual assessment, planning, and direct spiritual care for patients and families.

Requirements include seminary graduate or divinity degree, Masters of Divinity preferred, life‑threatening illness experience, and a valid driver's license. This on‑site position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in end‑of‑life care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
• Masters of Divinity preferred.
• Experience working with patients and families dealing with life threatening illnesses and death.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and dependable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
• Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
• Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.

Education

Masters of Divinity (preferred)

Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology

Job description

First Call Hospice & Palliative Care in Sacramento, CA is seeking an experienced chaplain to join our compassionate hospice team. The role focuses on spiritual assessment, planning, and direct spiritual care for patients and families.

Requirements include seminary graduate or divinity degree, Masters of Divinity preferred, life‑threatening illness experience, and a valid driver's license. This on‑site position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in end‑of‑life care.