Care Advocate (Chaplain) - Full Time - Carlsbad, CA, USA

Hospice Of The North Coast • Carlsbad, CA

403d • $72,800 - $76,960

About The Position

The Care Advocate (Chaplain) position at Hospice of the North Coast is a full-time role focused on providing spiritual support and counseling to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. The role emphasizes compassionate care, addressing the spiritual needs of hospice patients in alignment with their beliefs and desires. The Care Advocate plays a crucial role in advocating for patients and ensuring they receive personalized care during a sensitive time in their lives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
• Master of Divinity preferred.
• Experience working with patients and families dealing with life-threatening illnesses and death.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with dying patients and their families.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows 7 operating system.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospice or palliative care settings.
• Familiarity with various religious and cultural practices regarding death.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual support and counseling to hospice patients and their families.
• Conduct crisis intervention to address spiritual needs effectively.
• Ensure care aligns with the patient/family's beliefs and desires.
• Collaborate with the hospice team to advocate for patient needs.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse faiths and cultural practices related to death and dying.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage, Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid by employer
• Matching 401K plan
• Free Life Insurance/LTD plan
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Generous PTO accrual
• Holiday Pay
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Optional Aflac supplemental insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed