Hospice Chaplain - PRN: Compassionate Spiritual & Bereavement Care

Missionhealthcare; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mission Healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree and possess strong interpersonal and counseling skills.

This role requires regular visits to assess patients' spiritual needs and develop individualized care plans. You'll collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care while respecting diverse

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body.
• Previous experience in hospice, hospital, or pastoral care settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse religious, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
• Conduct regular visits with patients, family members, and caregivers to assess spiritual needs.
• Offer prayer, counseling, and support based on the individual needs of patients and families.
• Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans.
• Support interdisciplinary team members by offering spiritual insight into patient care.
• Conduct memorial services, grief support groups, and other services as needed.
• Respect and honor diverse cultural, spiritual, and religious practices and traditions.
• Collaborate with social workers, nurses, physicians, and other care team members to ensure holistic care.
• Provide bereavement support to family’s post-death.
• Maintain accurate documentation of spiritual care interactions and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master of Divinity

Job description

Mission Healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree and possess strong interpersonal and counseling skills.

This role requires regular visits to assess patients' spiritual needs and develop individualized care plans. You'll collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care while respecting diverse