Hospice Chaplain

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Burlington, WI

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora home hospice professionals provide compassionate hospice care for patients and their families in the comfort of home. Our dedicated team offers medical, emotional and spiritual support, ensuring dignity and quality of life for patients and their families. We focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, helping individuals manage symptoms and spend meaningful time with loved ones. Aurora Home Hospice provides end-of-life support to patients and their families to help ensure comfort and peace during this time. Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Requirements

• At least Two (2) units of CPE, accredited by ACPE; NACC units may be considered.
• In good standing with continued endorsement by the appropriate authority of his/her church, faith group or religious institute
• A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
• Completed graduate degree (MA, MDiv) in religious studies, theology, divinity or related field.
• A strong background in functional theology and the ability to apply this in a pastoral manner to individuals and families.
• Excellent communication skills with knowledge of counseling techniques.
• Ability to identify clients’ needs with consideration to cultural, ethnic, religious, economic, and other diverse backgrounds
• Experience and compassion in ministering to those who are dying and their grieving families.
• May be exposed to blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patient’s neighborhoods and homes.
• Availability and transportation to serve on-call rotation as needed.
• Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate Aurora service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and bend throughout the workday.
• Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed.
• Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids.
• Will be required to wear PPE, protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

• 5 units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive holistic spiritual care to patients, families, and healthcare staff, including counseling, crisis response, and sacramental support.
• Assist during emergencies, guides families through illness and end‑of‑life processes and promote patient safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, participate in care planning, education, and ethical discussions, and supports staff through consultations and training.
• Contributes to departmental operations, mentoring, and community outreach while upholding organizational values and maintaining active involvement in their faith community.
• Participates in the QA/CQI process for Advocate Hospice.
• Must be able to travel to all areas within the Advocate Aurora service area in all extremes of weather on all types of roads.
• Exposed to widely varying social and environmental conditions in patient’s neighborhoods and homes.
• Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities.
• Must be willing to work occasional overtime if needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level