Hospice Chaplain FT Days

Ohio s Hospice Inc • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

Ohio’s Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families in the South Region. The chaplain develops supportive relationships while honoring each person’s beliefs, values, traditions, and preferences. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The role involves travel to patient homes, facilities, and other care settings, as well as participation in assigned on-call coverage.

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

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
• Establish 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 spiritual care, counseling, presence, prayer, ritual, or other support consistent with patients’ beliefs and wishes.
• Support patients and families through 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 to 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed