Spiritual Support / Chaplain

Northern Illinois Hospice•Rockford, IL

1d•$25 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Illinois Hospice is seeking a passionate and dedicated part-time Spiritual Support / Chaplain to join our exceptional team. In this rewarding role, you’ll have the opportunity to bring dignity, comfort, and peace to patients and their families while being part of a trusted leader in hospice care since 1979. We value your expertise and compassion, offering a competitive salary of $25.14 - $32.69 per hour based on experience. This position averages 20 hours per week, consisting of eight (8)-hour shifts, scheduled for two (2) days one week and three (3) days the following week. If you’re looking to combine your skills with purpose and be supported by a collaborative, patient-focused team, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

Preferred Masters Prepared candidate or Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology with appropriate Clinical Pastoral Education Training with a minimum of 2 to 4 C.P.E. credits obtained from an accredited preferred program.
Certificate or degree in pastoral ministry.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred.
Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.
Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver and experience with clinical grief and/or pastoral counseling.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with Illinois requirements.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Masters Prepared candidate or Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology with appropriate Clinical Pastoral Education Training with a minimum of 2 to 4 C.P.E. credits obtained from an accredited preferred program.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred.
Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides the comprehensive assessment of spiritual needs of hospice patients, families and/or caregivers within five (5) calendar days of patient’s election to the hospice benefit or according to patient/family wishes on the Spiritual Care Assessment Form.
Provide consultation and support to patients, families, caregivers and team members in a non-denominational manner or as requested by patient/families/caregivers and documents according to agency policies and procedures.
Provides spiritual counseling and support to patients, families, caregivers and significant others in a non-denominational manner or as requested by patients/families/caregivers and documents services provided according to agency policies and procedures/clinical record guidelines.
Works with interdisciplinary team members, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss.