Hospice Chaplain

Ohio s Hospice Inc • Dayton, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ohio’s Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families receiving hospice care. The Hospice Chaplain develops meaningful, supportive relationships with patients and families while honoring each individual's beliefs, values, traditions, and preferences. This is a PRN, on-call position with coverage needs between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM on varied days of the week.

Requirements

• Three years of current active pastoral ministry or chaplaincy experience.
• Computer skills sufficient to accurately document services and care.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• State-required automobile insurance.
• Ability to safely drive during daytime, nighttime, and inclement weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent theological degree preferred.
• Ordained or commissioned minister with ecclesiastical endorsement from a recognized faith group or religious organization preferred.
• Board certified, certification eligible, or actively working toward professional certification through APC, BCC-HPCC, NACC, or NAJC preferred.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Four units preferred; minimum of one unit with enrollment toward completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
• Establish, develop, and maintain compassionate relationships with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Assess spiritual and emotional needs and provide individualized support based on patient and family preferences.
• Provide appropriate spiritual care, counseling, presence, prayer, ritual, or other support consistent with the patient's beliefs and wishes.
• Support patients and families as they navigate end-of-life experiences, grief, loss, and transitions.
• Respect and support diverse faith traditions, spiritual beliefs, and personal values.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to support holistic patient care.
• Communicate relevant spiritual and psychosocial needs with members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and patient care.
• Travel to patient homes, facilities, and other care settings as needed.
• Participate in on-call coverage and respond to patient and family needs during assigned hours.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company-provided technology
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Support for professional certification and growth
• A supportive interdisciplinary team
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level