Chaplain

Everent Health & Affiliates • Hazard, KY

150d

About The Position

The Hospice Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy. The role delivers spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or by coordinating with community spiritual resources. The Chaplain collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary team and contributes to holistic patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with organizational policies and licensure requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and the position serves Letcher and Knott Counties.

Requirements

• For Chaplain I: Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree concentrated in theological studies or equivalent.
• For Chaplain II: Graduate of an accredited seminary with a Master of Divinity or comparable master's-level degree meeting eligibility requirements for certification by a professional chaplaincy organization such as APC, NAJC, or NACC.
• 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.
• Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and ability to provide care to 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 and provide counseling and guidance.
• Coordinate with community spiritual resources when appropriate.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time