Hospice Chaplain (PRN) — Compassionate Spiritual Care

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a Chaplain – Hospice for PRN coverage in Broward, FL. You will provide inclusive spiritual support to patients and families navigating serious illness and end of life, working within the interdisciplinary group to create meaning, comfort, and dignity.

The role emphasizes addressing spiritual, religious, and existential concerns, guiding care planning, and collaborating with diverse faiths and cultures.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in divinity, theology, pastoral counseling, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education required; two units or board certification preferred.
• Ordination, commissioning, or endorsement by a recognized faith group.
• Experience providing spiritual care in hospice or healthcare settings preferred.
• Understanding of grief and bereavement processes.
• Knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations and Conditions of Participation.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and virtual communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized spiritual care plans for patients and families.
• Provide ongoing spiritual and emotional support aligned with patient and family beliefs, traditions, and preferences.
• Support patients and families of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.
• Offer prayer, sacraments, rituals, or spiritual rites as appropriate.
• Participate in interdisciplinary group meetings and contribute to holistic care planning.
• Document spiritual care services and updates to plans of care in the EMR.
• Assist with advance care planning, legacy work, or life review.
• Coordinate with community clergy or spiritual leaders as requested.
• Support bereavement care before and after death, including memorial services and grief follow-up.
• Educate team members on cultural, spiritual, and ethical considerations impacting patient care.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Hospice care experience

Grief and bereavement understanding

Medicare hospice regulations knowledge

Driver's license and transportation

Independence and collaboration

EMR systems proficiency

Virtual communication tools

Education

Master’s degree in divinity/theology/pastoral counseling or related field

ACPE Clinical Pastoral Education – 1 unit (2 units preferred)

Ordination/endorsement by faith group

Tools

EMR systems

Virtual communication tools

Job description

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a Chaplain – Hospice for PRN coverage in Broward, FL. You will provide inclusive spiritual support to patients and families navigating serious illness and end of life, working within the interdisciplinary group to create meaning, comfort, and dignity.

The role emphasizes addressing spiritual, religious, and existential concerns, guiding care planning, and collaborating with diverse faiths and cultures.