Chaplain - PRN
Everent Health & Affiliates•Pikeville, KY
About The Position
The Hospice Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual care and support to hospice patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy. The role conducts spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or by coordinating with community spiritual resources. Working as a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Chaplain contributes to holistic patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with organizational policies and licensure requirements. The schedule is PRN, Monday through Friday, serving Pike, Floyd, and Magoffin Counties.
Requirements
- Chaplain I: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in theological studies or equivalent; or Chaplain II: Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree from an accredited seminary that meets eligibility requirements for certification by a professional chaplaincy organization.
- Ordination or equivalent endorsement and good standing with the individual’s faith group.
- Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
- Knowledge of death, dying, and bereavement processes.
- Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
- Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and ability to care for people 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 spiritual care and support to hospice patients, families, and caregivers.
- Conduct spiritual assessments, 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 accordance with organizational policies and licensure requirements.
