Chaplain - Hospice

Res-Care • Virginia Beach, VA

73d

About The Position

AT Heart Hospice is seeking a compassionate, grounded, and spiritually-sensitive Chaplain. Our Chaplains provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and families during end-of-life care. This role is an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, offering a nonjudgmental presence and care that honors the beliefs, values, and cultural backgrounds of those we serve. If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited theology or chaplaincy program (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree)
• Experience working with death and dying, hospice experience preferred
• Comfort in an interfaith setting
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order
• Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs and values
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care
• Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group
• Ability to network with community clergy and congregations

Responsibilities

• Conduct and ensure timely spiritual assessments for patients and families
• Participate in developing individualized care plans to address spiritual needs
• Provides direct spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers
• Serves as a liaison to community chaplains and spiritual counselors
• Maintains accurate documentation of spiritual services and communications
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings and contributes to care planning
• Offers education and spiritual care guidance to the care team
• Recruits and supports community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and volunteers
• Coordinates and leads memorial or funeral services as requested
• Organizes periodic memorials for staff, volunteers, and community partners
• Assists in supervising spiritual care volunteers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees