Hospice Chaplain — Compassionate Spiritual Care Leader

Bluegrass Care Navigators; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Care Navigators is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients and families within the hospice model. The role delivers spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support holistic care.

Ideal candidates have formal chaplaincy education (Bachelor and/or Master of Divinity) and ordination or endorsed status, plus CPE training. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in theological studies or equivalent; or a Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree.
• Completion of two (2) units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Ordination or equivalent endorsement and in good standing with the individual’s faith group.
• Knowledge of the processes of death, dying, and bereavement.
• Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and the ability to provide care to individuals and families from varied spiritual and cultural backgrounds.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary healthcare team dynamics, with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong public speaking skills and effective community organization abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality in all matters.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy.
• Conducts spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or through coordination with community resources.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care into holistic patient care.

Skills

Chaplainship

Public speaking

Counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in theological studies or equivalent

Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree

Job description

Bluegrass Care Navigators is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients and families within the hospice model. The role delivers spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support holistic care.

Ideal candidates have formal chaplaincy education (Bachelor and/or Master of Divinity) and ordination or endorsed status, plus CPE training. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.