Chaplain

St. Croix Hospice•Wausau, WI

11d

About The Position

The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical, and/or spiritual guidance for patients and families, meeting them where they are on their hospice journey. As part of the patient care team, the chaplain supports each patient’s individual needs by visiting patients and families, coordinating with the clinical team, and connecting them with community resources and services. The chaplain provides spiritual care directly or coordinates care with other spiritual counselors during end-of-life planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or at least five years of experience in a formal ministerial setting in lieu of a degree.
Demonstrated theological coursework.
Ability to pass a background check, consumer report, and drug test.
Valid state driver’s license, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance meeting state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 12 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure high-quality patient care in a home setting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies, theology, religious studies, or an equivalent theology degree.
Graduation from an accredited seminary or school of theology (MDIV, MTS, ThM, or equivalent theological degree).
One or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Responsibilities

Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
Coordinate with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
Maintain records for quality assurance and compliance.
Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and provide spiritual care consultation.
Recruit and educate community chaplains, counselors, and volunteers.
Assist in developing and maintaining a bereavement program, including follow-up care.
Oversee condolence calls and support group scheduling.
Conduct funeral or memorial services as requested.
Organize periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and clergy.
Supervise spiritual care volunteers as needed.
Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
Perform other duties as assigned.