Hospice Chaplain- Per Diem

Vitality Hospice • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

The Spiritual Care Coordinator (Chaplain) provides compassionate, patient-centered spiritual care to hospice patients, families, and caregivers. The role collaborates closely with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care aligned with hospice philosophy and regulatory standards. The position is on the road and reports to the Clinical Director or designee. It requires managing a caseload, scheduling and travel, and flexibility to respond to unscheduled events, admissions, or emergencies. Evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations are required.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (B.D., M.Div., or equivalent), or a degree in counseling.
• Experience working with death and dying.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfort working in an interfaith, multicultural environment.
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Self-directed, with the ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable insured transportation, and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet physical and health requirements, including TB screening and a physical exam per state and company policy.
• Satisfactory professional references.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice or home health experience.
• One year of hospice care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual needs and provide supportive spiritual care to patients and families.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized spiritual care plans.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate holistic care.
• Participate in IDT meetings and care plan reviews.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to staff regarding spiritual care.
• Coordinate with clergy, faith leaders, and community spiritual resources as requested.
• Conduct pre-bereavement and bereavement assessments, visits, and follow-ups.
• Facilitate or conduct funeral and memorial services for patients, families, facilities, and staff as requested.
• Network with faith communities to educate them on hospice philosophy.
• Supervise spiritual care volunteers as assigned.
• Manage caseload, scheduling, and travel efficiently.
• Respond flexibly to unscheduled events, admissions, or emergencies.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, federal, and Medicare regulations.
• Participate in evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations as required.
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct and regular attendance.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and engaging work environment.

Benefits

• Seven paid holidays (six fixed and one floating).
• Tapcheck same-day pay.
• Competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Monthly staff appreciation and raffles.
• Unexpected incentives and bonuses.
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers