Per Diem Hospice Chaplain: Compassionate Spiritual Care

LSMNJ; Oxford (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Journey Hospice seeks a per diem (as needed) Chaplain to serve our clients in Adams County, PA. The Chaplain provides non-denominational spiritual care to patients, families, and caregivers, directly or through coordination with other spiritual counselors.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in theology, CPE training, and experience in grief and bereavement counseling, with comfort working in a multidisciplinary hospice team and driving to patient locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of theology.
• Clinical pastoral education training with 2–4 CPE credits preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Professional demeanor and effective communication with patients and staff.
• Experience in grief and bereavement counseling; ecumenical pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-denominational spiritual care to patients, families and caregivers.
• Coordinate care with other spiritual counselors and healthcare team.
• Work within a multidisciplinary hospice team to support patient well-being.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy and compassion

Teamwork in healthcare

Bereavement counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) credits

Job description

Journey Hospice seeks a per diem (as needed) Chaplain to serve our clients in Adams County, PA. The Chaplain provides non-denominational spiritual care to patients, families, and caregivers, directly or through coordination with other spiritual counselors.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in theology, CPE training, and experience in grief and bereavement counseling, with comfort working in a multidisciplinary hospice team and driving to patient locations.