Hospice Chaplain: Compassionate Spiritual Caregiver

Optum; Wentzville (MO); Vor Ort; USD 54.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Zusammenfassung

UnitedHealth Group, through Community Loving Care Hospice (LHC Group), is seeking a Chaplain/Spiritual Caregiver to provide spiritual support to hospice patients and their families. This full-time role emphasizes respect for diverse beliefs and collaboration with the care team.

Based in Missouri, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth within the Optum family. The role supports a holistic approach to palliative care.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ units of Clinical Pastoral Education or Bachelor's degree in theology, divinity, pastoral care, philosophy, religion or related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in a health care setting and/or related pastoral experience
• Endorsement/recognition documentation with faith tradition (Armed Forces Chaplains Board recognition preferred)
• Good standing with spiritual/faith group with no ethical charges
• Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance or access to dependable transportation
• 4+ units of Clinical Pastoral Education or Master's degree in theology/divinity (preferred)

Aufgaben

• Provide spiritual care to hospice patients and families.
• Respect diverse backgrounds and beliefs; walk alongside patients without imposing beliefs.
• Refer to external faith leaders when appropriate and network within the community.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team and contribute to IDG discussions.
• Offer spiritual and emotional support to hospice staff when requested.

Kenntnisse

Verbal communication

Independent judgment

Ecumenical/open to diverse beliefs

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in theology or related discipline

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units

Master's degree in theology/divinity (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

UnitedHealth Group, through Community Loving Care Hospice (LHC Group), is seeking a Chaplain/Spiritual Caregiver to provide spiritual support to hospice patients and their families. This full-time role emphasizes respect for diverse beliefs and collaboration with the care team.

Based in Missouri, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth within the Optum family. The role supports a holistic approach to palliative care.