Chaplain

Providence Life Services•Homer Glen, IL

5d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Providence Hospice, a Providence Life Services community, is seeking a part-time Chaplain. The Chaplain carries out the Providence mission to enhance the lives of those served in the name of Jesus Christ and provides spiritual, religious, and personal counseling or guidance to patients, family members, and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as directed by the administrator. The position involves 10–19 hours per week, working one day in Illinois (Homer Glen and surrounding areas in Will and Cook County) and one day in Indiana (Lake County), with the possibility of additional hours as census grows. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.76 per mile. The Chaplain travels to patients in the community and may need to work evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited seminary or school of theology, such as a Bachelor of Divinity, Master of Divinity, or equivalent theology degree.
At least 1 year of experience in a health care setting; hospice experience preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in pastoral ministry.
Familiarity with Microsoft programs and comfort entering information into the medical chart (MAR).
Pass a physical, drug screen, 50-pound lift test, fingerprinting for a criminal background check, and a reference check.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Hospice experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver person-centered spiritual, religious, and emotional care to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff, including spiritual support, prayers, end-of-life care, sacramental resources, grief and bereavement support, and interdisciplinary care.
Triage and manage multiple priorities and requests.
Provide bereavement services, which may include calls, visits, and attendance at memorial or celebration-of-life services.
Document and submit records and reports of pastoral activities in accordance with state, federal, and Medicare regulations, and prepare information for inclusion in patients’ medical records.
Complete documentation within mandated deadlines.
Support the organization’s mission through actions while on duty.
Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to promote exceptional care.
Travel to patients’ residences in the community.
Report incidents, accidents, complaints, grievances, and hazardous conditions to the administrator immediately.
Maintain confidentiality of pertinent patient care information and protect patient rights, including the right to refuse care.
Work evenings and weekends as needed.