Hospice Chaplain - Compassionate Spiritual Care Leader

Alliance for Care at Home; Morganton, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits (STD, LTD, Accident

Retirement plan with company match

Career growth opportunities

Profit sharing program

Job summary

Alliance for Care at Home is seeking a Hospice Chaplain in Morganton, NC, to provide compassionate spiritual support to patients and families in their homes. The role involves collaborating with an IDT, offering grief support, and coordinating with local clergy to ensure holistic care.

The position requires a CPE unit, and candidates should have seminary/theology training or pastoral ministry certification, with valid driver’s license and caregiving experience preferred.

Qualifications

• At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is required.
• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or certified in hospital/pastoral ministry (preferred).
• Experience as a hospital or hospice chaplain (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families in their homes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to assess and report on spiritual needs.
• Offer grief support and bereavement follow-up as outlined in company procedures.
• Coordinate and communicate with local clergy and spiritual leaders based on patient/family preferences.
• Build and maintain a network of clergy or faith representatives to support patient care needs.
• Ensure after-hours chaplain availability (minimal requirement).
• Attend biweekly IDT meetings and contribute to care planning and coordination.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Grief support

Spiritual care

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Seminary/Theology degree

Pastoral ministry certification

Job description

Alliance for Care at Home is seeking a Hospice Chaplain in Morganton, NC, to provide compassionate spiritual support to patients and families in their homes. The role involves collaborating with an IDT, offering grief support, and coordinating with local clergy to ensure holistic care.

The position requires a CPE unit, and candidates should have seminary/theology training or pastoral ministry certification, with valid driver’s license and caregiving experience preferred.