Part-Time Hospice Chaplain & Spiritual Caregiver

Legacy Hospice; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Onboarding program

Job summary

LegacyHospice in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Part Time Chaplain to provide spiritual care and emotional support to patients and families. You will join an Interdisciplinary Team and honor all faiths, guiding meaningful moments at end of life.

Schedule: 3 days/week, 8 am – 4:30 pm; coverage area Charlottesville. Requires seminary degree (BD/MDiv or equivalent), CPE preferred; hospice or hospital experience preferred; EMR skills and valid driver's license encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theology degree) or appropriate pastoral certification.
• Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) strongly preferred.
• Experience providing spiritual care in hospice, hospital, or community health setting preferred.
• Comfortable working in interfaith settings and able to accept diverse beliefs.
• Must have ability to handle stress when ministering to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families as part of the care plan.
• Provide spiritual counseling and guidance for individuals of all faiths.
• Offer grief and bereavement support throughout the hospice journey and after loss.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care.
• Communicate effectively with hospice staff and community partners for continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Communication

Interfaith sensitivity

Education

BD/MDiv or equivalent

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

LegacyHospice in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Part Time Chaplain to provide spiritual care and emotional support to patients and families. You will join an Interdisciplinary Team and honor all faiths, guiding meaningful moments at end of life.

Schedule: 3 days/week, 8 am – 4:30 pm; coverage area Charlottesville. Requires seminary degree (BD/MDiv or equivalent), CPE preferred; hospice or hospital experience preferred; EMR skills and valid driver's license encouraged.