Hospice Chaplain - Part-Time Spiritual Caregiver

Sanctuary Hospice; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career path

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Reimbursements (cell phone, mileage, g

401(k) matching

Onboarding program

Job summary

Responsibilities include spiritual care, collaboration with the care team, and EMR documentation. Requires seminary education; CPE preferred. Hours 8am–4:30pm; Tinley Park, IL area.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree) preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred.
• Comfortable working in interfaith settings and able to accept diverse beliefs.
• Experience providing spiritual care in hospice, hospital, or community health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families as part of the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and guidance for individuals and families of all faiths and belief systems.
• Offer grief and bereavement support throughout the hospice journey and following loss.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care and ensure holistic support.
• Communicate effectively with hospice staff and community partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Documentation

Education

BD/MDiv or equivalent theology degree

Tools

EMR

Typing

Job description

Responsibilities include spiritual care, collaboration with the care team, and EMR documentation. Requires seminary education; CPE preferred. Hours 8am–4:30pm; Tinley Park, IL area.