Hospice Chaplain: End-of-Life Spiritual Care Leader

Dignity Care Partners Hospice Blue Ash; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Insurance benefits

401(k) retirement with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dignity Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide direct spiritual support to patients and families, integrating faith, culture and personal beliefs into care plans.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to address spiritual needs, coordinate with clergy, and develop bereavement follow-up as part of the plan of care. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferred.
• Experience with patients/families dealing with life-threatening illness or death preferred.
• Licensure, certification, and/or coursework as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Coordinate spiritual care activities with care team, clergy, and community groups.
• Develop and perform bereavement follow-up as indicated by the plan of care.
• Prepare accurate patient documentation and maintain records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Bereavement support

Education

Seminary/ theology degree

Pastoral ministry certification

Job description

Dignity Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide direct spiritual support to patients and families, integrating faith, culture and personal beliefs into care plans.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to address spiritual needs, coordinate with clergy, and develop bereavement follow-up as part of the plan of care. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for this role.