Chaplain I

Everent Health & Affiliates • Barbourville, KY

13d

About The Position

As a member of Bluegrass Care Navigators’ Hospice Team, the Chaplain provides spiritual care and support to hospice patients, their families, and caregivers. Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for people with terminal illnesses, with services provided wherever patients call home, including houses, apartments, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, and Hospice Care Centers.

The Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or by coordinating with community spiritual resources. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and contributes to holistic patient care within the scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policies and licensure requirements. The position covers Knox, Bell, and Harlan Counties and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• For Chaplain I: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in theological studies, or equivalent.
• Ordination or equivalent endorsement and good standing with the individual’s faith group.
• Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Knowledge of the processes of death, dying, and bereavement.
• Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and ability to care for individuals and families from varied spiritual and cultural backgrounds.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary healthcare team dynamics and ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong public speaking skills and effective community organization abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Licensed driver with an automobile in good working order and insured in accordance with state minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy.
• Conduct spiritual assessments and provide counseling and guidance, directly or through coordination with community spiritual resources.
• Collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Contribute to holistic patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with organizational policies and licensure requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time