Hospice Chaplain

Job Details:

Location:

Humboldt, IA 50548. Position Type:
Full Time. Travel: 100%.

St. Croix Hospice offers compassionate care that focuses on patient quality of life and dignity during end-of-life journeys. We empower patients and families to live their remaining time with comfort and respect. Join our extraordinary team of caregivers and work where you matter.

The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical, and spiritual guidance for patients and their families, meeting them where they are on their hospice journey. As part of the patient care team, chaplains support the unique needs of each patient, including visiting with patients and families, coordinating with the clinical team, and connecting them with community resources and services. In end‑of‑life planning, the chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual care services to patients and families or coordinating such care with other spiritual counselors.

• Demonstrated theological coursework required.
• If no degree, 5+ years of experience in a formal ministerial setting required.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report, and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.

• Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies, theology, or religious studies or equivalent theology degree preferred.
• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (MDIV, MTS, ThM or equivalent) preferred.
• One or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education preferred.

Essential Functions and Skills

• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Coordinate with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Maintain records for quality assurance and compliance.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and provide spiritual care consultation.
• Recruit and educate community chaplains, counselors, and volunteers.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a bereavement program, ensuring follow-up care.
• Oversee condolence calls and support group scheduling.
• Conduct funeral/memorial services as requested.
• Organize periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and clergy.
• Supervise spiritual care volunteers as needed.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.