Hospice Chaplain - Per Diem Ecumenical Caregiver

Journey Hospice; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Journey Hospice is seeking a per diem (as needed) Chaplain to serve our clients in Adams County, PA. The chaplain will provide non-denominational spiritual care directly or through coordination with community clergy.

Education requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of theology and CPE credits. Valid driver's license is required. Experience in grief counseling and ecumenical pastoral care is preferred; home health or hospice experience is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of theology is required.
• Clinical pastoral education training with 2–4 CPE credits from an accredited program preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation insured per NJ requirements.
• Experience in grief and bereavement counseling.
• Minimum one year ecumenical pastoral care experience with clients/families.
• Home health or hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-denominational spiritual care to patients, families, significant others and/or caregivers.
• Coordinate care with other spiritual counselors including community clergy when needed.
• Work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support patient well‑being.

Skills

Communication

Professional attitude

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of theology

Clinical pastoral education (CPE) credits 2–4 preferred

Job description

Journey Hospice is seeking a per diem (as needed) Chaplain to serve our clients in Adams County, PA. The chaplain will provide non-denominational spiritual care directly or through coordination with community clergy.

Education requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of theology and CPE credits. Valid driver's license is required. Experience in grief counseling and ecumenical pastoral care is preferred; home health or hospice experience is encouraged.