PRN Hospice Chaplain

CommuniCare Health Services; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual support to patients and their families during their most challenging times. This role is not just a job but a calling to leave a lasting legacy of service and love. As a vital member of the hospice team, you will coordinate spiritual care, engage with community groups, and ensure that each patient's beliefs are honored. With opportunities for growth and a supportive environment, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)

401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology preferred.
• Experience with patients/families facing life-threatening illness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Participate in patient conferences to assess spiritual needs.
• Develop a resource group of clergies for spiritual care.

Skills

Spiritual Support

Bereavement Services

Patient Documentation

Community Engagement

Education

Graduate of an accredited seminary

Certification in hospital or pastoral ministry

Job description

Why join our Dignity Care Hospice team?

We provide end-of-life care, comfort and assistance to patients and families at home so they can make the most of their time together. We give patients and their loved ones the respect, dignity and comfort they need during these delicate times.

Our team supports patients and their families with intentional, high-quality hospice care throughout southeast Ohio. We serve our local neighbors and our team members are the heartbeat of everything we do. We care for patients like we do our own families, and we care for one another the same way.

This is a PRN position that is likely to become Full Time as the hospice division grows.

What You Will Do as a Hospice Chaplain

At Dignity Care Hospice, a Hospice Chaplain career is more than a job or “a calling” – it’s a chance to leave a legacy of service and love on someone’s life. A legacy that will be remembered by your patients and their families forever. A legacy that will make your life better as well.

As a Hospice Chaplain, you will responsible for the provision of spiritual support to patients and families in keeping their belief system. You will implement and coordinate all activities relating to the spiritual aspect of the patient care program. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Providing direct spiritual support to patients and families
• Working with team members, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss
• Participating in patient conferences/meetings to explore and assess the spiritual needs of patients/families
• Providing bereavement follow-up services as indicated by the plan of care
• Developing and maintaining a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated
• Preparing accurate patient documentation and submitting

Benefits You Will Enjoy

In addition to competitive pay, full-time team member benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary group programs)
• 401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule

This is a PRN position that is likely to become Full Time as the hospice division grows.

Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferred
• Experience in working with patients/families dealing with a life-threatening illness or death preferred
• Licensure, certification, and/or coursework as required by the state