Chaplain - Hospice
About The Position
Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission-to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare's core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient's lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!
Requirements
- Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
- Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse religious, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds.
- Valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in hospice, hospital, or pastoral care settings preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
- Conduct regular visits with patients, family members, and caregivers to assess spiritual needs.
- Offer prayer, counseling, and support based on the individual needs of patients and families.
- Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans.
- Support interdisciplinary team members by offering spiritual insight into patient care.
- Conduct memorial services, grief support groups, and other services as needed.
- Respect and honor diverse cultural, spiritual, and religious practices and traditions.
- Collaborate with social workers, nurses, physicians, and other care team members to ensure holistic care.
- Provide bereavement support to family's post-death, including follow-up calls and visits.
- Maintain accurate documentation of spiritual care interactions and outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Vacation, Sick & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(K)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
