Hospice Chaplain — Spiritual Care Leader for Patients & Families

Capital Caring Health; Aldie (VA); On-site; USD 40,914 - 58,272; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health is seeking a Chaplain to deliver spiritual care to patients and families enrolled in its programs, while supporting staff and volunteers. The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to implement personalized spiritual care plans.

You will coordinate with local clergy, document care activities, and participate in quality improvement activities. Travel to care sites is required; strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required for hires after 5/26/2024; Bachelor’s before.
• Ordination or commissioning from a recognized body; must be obtained within 12 months.
• Good standing with faith group or professional affiliation; no ethical charges.
• One unit of CPE accredited by ACPTE or in process within six months.
• EMR/EHR experience preferred; basic computer skills required.
• Health care experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance; mobile driver; ability to travel.
• Must navigate homes/facilities; endure heat and lack of air conditioning.
• Must communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Develops a spiritual care plan with the interdisciplinary group.
• Provides spiritual care and initiates interventions as needed.
• Implements the spiritual care plan with volunteers and clergy as appropriate.
• Monitors and reassesses the care plan.
• Maintains timely, complete, and accurate documentation.
• Acts as liaison with local clergy and congregations.
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings and supports care planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

EMR/EHR experience

Health care experience

Clear English communication

Mobile driver

Travel ability

Education

Master's degree in Divinity/Theology or related

Bachelor's degree in Divinity or related

Ordination/endorsement from recognized body

CPE accreditation or in process

Job description

Chapters Health is seeking a Chaplain to deliver spiritual care to patients and families enrolled in its programs, while supporting staff and volunteers. The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to implement personalized spiritual care plans.

You will coordinate with local clergy, document care activities, and participate in quality improvement activities. Travel to care sites is required; strong English communication is essential.