Hospice Chaplain

Chaplain

Responsible for the spiritual/existential and emotional care of patients, their families and significant others served by the Agency in their place of residence.

Chaplain – Responsible for the spiritual/existential and emotional care of patients, their families and significant others served by the Agency in their place of residence.

We provide compassionate, patient‑centered care to those facing life‑limiting illnesses. Our workplace culture is built on seven core values:

• Compassion
• Dignity
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Quality
• Service
• Stewardship

By embracing these values, we create a nurturing and respectful environment that not only supports our patients and their families but also enriches the lives of team members. Together, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve and improving their quality of living.

• Employer supplemented group health insurance which includes an annual on‑site wellness screening; wellness and healthy lifestyle discounts; also includes $500 annual contribution to Health Savings Account
• Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF
• Wellness Benefit – Many routine testing, exams, and immunizations are covered 100%.
• Health Savings Account – CHC contributes up to $500 per year at the beginning of the year.
• Disability Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account – Able to deduct up to $2,000 (pre‑tax) each calendar year for reimbursement of uninsured medical, dental, or vision expenses
• Healthy lifestyle reimbursement program – Reimbursement for items such as gym memberships, spin classes, yoga classes, etc.
• Generous retirement match – After 90 days of employment, CHC matches 25% of employee contributions up to a maximum annual match of $4,000; 100% vesting
• Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance at 1× annual salary
• Employer‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• Employee Peer Recognition program
• Annual anniversary/retention bonus – Upon completion of each year of employment, CHC will give $100 per year with a maximum of $1,000
• Accrued Vacation

• Assesses spiritual needs/resources of patients, families and caregivers and develops an individualized Plan of Care within 5 days of admission.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of the plan of care through the IDT process every 15 days.
• Manages a case load of 50 patients on average.
• Averages five visits per day.
• Assists patients and families in dealing with a terminal diagnosis and in understanding the dying process in the context of their belief system.
• Performs interdenominational services, funerals and committal services.
• Participates in On‑call coverage.
• Provides individualized religious and spiritual counseling services to clients regardless of religious or spiritual belief orientation.

• Accurately records and reports pertinent information regarding patients and families immediately after the visit or by the end of the workday.
• Helps to provide continuity of care between team members by ensuring verbal and written reports are clear, concise, and timely.
• Documentation is individualized and includes all required elements.

• Demonstrates a willingness to participate in community education by giving presentations and in‑services on spiritual issues.
• Provides supervision to seminarians and spiritual care students as requested.
• Serves as liaison with area clergy and faith communities.
• Helps agency staff and volunteers understand spiritual issues.
• Committed to Agency resolution against fraud and abuse.
• Knowledgeable in hospice philosophy and state and federal rules and regulations.
• Arrives to work and meetings on time and ready to work.
• Respects confidentiality of patients/families and other Agency employees.
• Attends educational meetings/conferences for professional growth as required.
• Sees change as an opportunity and maintains a level of flexibility, which allows for adaptation to new ways of performing.
• Follows directions and policies that allow for an organizational commitment to working under time pressures without sacrificing quality.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned.

• Possesses the ability to perform…