Chaplain - Hospice

We are seeking a Chaplain to serve our Palliative/Hospice patients throughout the Savannah area. This role involves providing compassionate presence, facilitating meaning‑making, and offering spiritual guidance to individuals of diverse faith backgrounds and beliefs.

It is a salary‑based, full‑time 8‑hour position (8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday).

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• Competitive Compensation Package with Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Matched 401(K)
• Free Visit & Prescriptive Services with HDHP Insurance Plan
• Employer Matched HSA
• Generous PTO Package
• Vehicle allowance

• Conduct spiritual assessments to understand the patient's beliefs, values, and spiritual needs.
• Provide spiritual counseling and support to patients and families, addressing fears, anxieties, and existential questions related to death and dying.
• Offer prayer, scripture reading, and other spiritual rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient and family.
• Facilitate meaning‑making and life‑review conversations, helping patients find peace and closure.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure holistic patient care, addressing spiritual needs alongside physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient progress and care plans.
• Provide spiritual support and guidance to hospice staff and volunteers.

• Develop relationships with local clergy and faith communities to provide support and resources to patients and families.
• Conduct presentations and workshops on spirituality and end‑of‑life care for community groups.
• Represent the hospice organization at community events and promote spiritual care services.

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to bereaved families.
• Assist with memorial services and funeral planning, as requested.
• Participate in bereavement support groups and programs.

• Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) certification preferred.
• Experience in providing spiritual care in a healthcare setting, preferably hospice or palliative care.
• Knowledge of diverse religious and spiritual traditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to individuals facing end‑of‑life challenges.
• Sensitivity to cultural and religious differences.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc. Must be a licensed driver with a vehicle that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.