Job Board Position NameHospice Chaplain

Full Time Hospice Chaplain

Join us to make a difference when life matters most. We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That's why we offer personal care, palliative care, and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

As a Full Time Hospice Chaplain, you will be eligible for:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Wellness program and resources including:
• A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care management support of all your healthcare needs
• Telemedicine program
• Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health
• A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble Orthopedics
• Generous paid time off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• One on one onboarding program with a Nurse Preceptor
• Free continuing education units
• Tuition program that includes:
• Access to 280+ programs at 25+ learning partners
• Online classes with flexible start dates
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

As a Hospice Chaplain, you will:

• Report directly to the Administrator or Executive Director.
• Be responsible for the spiritual services provided to hospice patients and families.
• Participate in developing the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Visit patients/families identified as appropriate for spiritual care services and provide direct spiritual support, counsel, prayer, and ministry as appropriate.
• Assist members of the interdisciplinary team in understanding the significant spiritual concerns related to the patient/family response to dying.
• Serve as liaison and resource for community spiritual leaders in dealing with hospice patient/family.
• Assist in training and education in spiritual care for hospice staff, volunteers, local clergy, nursing home staff, and the community.

About You

The candidate must meet one of the following requirements:

• BS or BA in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology from a college or university and/or as required by state-specific regulations.
• A Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, theology or divinity from a college or university and/or as required by state-specific regulations. (Preferred.)
• A minimum of one unit of Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. (ACPE)-accredited CPE.
• Note a degree received from an accredited college/university is preferred. If the degree is received from a non-accredited college or university, AVPO approval is required prior to hire.

Additional experience:

• Two years of active work in spiritual care ministry/program, one unit of pastoral education (per state requirements, if indicated), and demonstrated ability to work with patients, families, and community spiritual leaders of various denominations/beliefs is required.
• Three years of active work in hospice spiritual care support and one year of clinical pastoral education is preferred.

We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package: health insurance, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to participate in a fleet program
• Competitive salaries
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Regency SouthernCare Hospice

Our Company

At Regency SouthernCare Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the US, we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.