Hospice Chaplain – Spiritual Care & Meaning-Making

Your Health; Ladson (SC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package with

Bonus Opportunities

Employer Matched 401K

Free Visit & Prescriptive Services

Employer Matched HSA

Generous PTO Package

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Your Health in Mount Pleasant, SC, is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families across the Charleston area. The role includes spiritual assessment, meaning-making, and compassionate care in homes and facilities.

This full-time position requires travel between offices and care sites and offers competitive benefits. Ideal candidates hold an MDiv or equivalent, ordination or endorsement, and experience in healthcare chaplaincy.

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) certification preferred.
• Experience in providing spiritual care in a healthcare setting, preferably hospice or palliative care.
• Knowledge of diverse religious and spiritual traditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to individuals facing end-of-life challenges.
• Sensitivity to cultural and religious differences.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Spiritual Assessment and Care: Conduct spiritual assessments to understand the patient's beliefs, values, and spiritual needs.
• Provide spiritual counseling and support to patients and families, addressing fears, anxieties, and existential questions related to death and dying.
• Offer prayer, scripture reading, and other spiritual rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient and family.
• Facilitate meaning-making and life review conversations, helping patients find peace and closure.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure holistic patient care, addressing spiritual needs alongside physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient progress and care plans.
• Provide spiritual support and guidance to hospice staff and volunteers.
• Community Outreach and Education: Develop relationships with local clergy and faith communities to provide support and resources to patients and families.
• Conduct presentations and workshops on spirituality and end-of-life care for community groups.
• Represent the hospice organization at community events and promote spiritual care services.
• Bereavement Support: Provide spiritual and emotional support to bereaved families.
• Assist with memorial services and funeral planning, as requested.
• Participate in bereavement support groups and programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Education

Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent

Ordination or endorsement

Job description

Your Health in Mount Pleasant, SC, is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families across the Charleston area. The role includes spiritual assessment, meaning-making, and compassionate care in homes and facilities.

This full-time position requires travel between offices and care sites and offers competitive benefits. Ideal candidates hold an MDiv or equivalent, ordination or endorsement, and experience in healthcare chaplaincy.