Hospice Chaplain

HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE CARE INC • Smithfield, NC

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About The Position

The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for assisting patients and their families in meeting spiritual and emotional needs during the patient's illnesses. Supports staff members during times of stress and/or crisis. Works closely with volunteer chaplains and area churches. Hours worked are both scheduled, and, as needed, on-call

Requirements

• Master of Divinity or Master of Religious Education from an accredited seminary preferred. Bachelors in a ministry related field required.
• Three to five years of pastoral care experience preferred.
• Ordination to Pastoral Ministry and denominational endorsement preferred
• Certification in Chaplaincy, chaplain experience or completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral education or willingness to complete after hire preferred.
• Knowledge of grief process
• Public relations/speaking skills
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy, dying process, and bereavement and spirituality

Responsibilities

• Abides by and supports 3HC's Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.
• Creates positive experiences for internal and external customers that will meet their expectations.
• Responsible for providing spiritual/pastoral care needs to patient/family members
• Participates in providing Bereavement Care and Support to families, as well as community at large
• Supports staff in personal spiritual care/pastoral and bereavement care issues as needed that may affect their ability to function effectively.
• Demonstrates an interest in personal and professional growth for self and staff
• Demonstrates a willingness to be cost effective in the use of agency resources, the monitoring of waste, and the proper and safe use of supplies and equipment.
• Adheres to 3HC's Personnel Policy and performs other appropriate duties as assigned by supervisor to promote the successful operations and future growth of 3HC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees