Hospice Chaplain PRN

**Position Summary**

First Call Home Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced **Hospice Chaplain** to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. As part of our interdisciplinary hospice team, you will help patients find comfort, peace, and meaning during the end\-of\-life journey while honoring each person's beliefs, values, and traditions.

This role works closely with nurses, social workers, physicians, volunteers, local clergy, and community organizations to provide compassionate, patient\-centered care.

**Essential Duties**

* Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
* Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
* Offer prayer, spiritual counseling, religious rituals, or other support based on each patient's wishes.
* Help patients and families navigate end\-of\-life decisions and advance care planning.
* Provide grief support, bereavement counseling, and crisis intervention.
* Support caregivers and family members throughout the hospice journey.
* Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with nurses, physicians, social workers, hospice aides, volunteers, and community clergy.
* Coordinate visits with local pastors or faith leaders when requested.
* Respect and support individuals of all faiths, cultures, and those with no religious affiliation.
* Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
* Maintain confidentiality and follow all hospice, Medicare, and HIPAA regulations.

**QualificationsEducation**

* Bachelor's degree required.
* Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, Ministry, Religious Studies, Pastoral Studies, Counseling, or a related field preferred.

**Licensure \& Certifications**

* Ordination, endorsement, or recognized standing with a faith organization required.
* Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) through an accredited program preferred.
* Board Certified Chaplain, Certified Hospice Chaplain, Certified Palliative Care Chaplain, or similar certification preferred.

**Experience**

* 2–5 years of experience in hospice, hospital chaplaincy, pastoral care, or a related healthcare setting.
* Experience working with hospice or palliative care patients preferred.
* Experience in long\-term care or skilled nursing facilities is a plus.
* Experience documenting in an electronic medical record (EMR).
* Comfortable working with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
* Experience supporting patients and families from diverse religious, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds.

**Knowledge \& Skills**

* Understanding of hospice philosophy and end\-of\-life care.
* Knowledge of grief support, bereavement counseling, and the dying process.
* Understanding of family dynamics, caregiver support, and advance care planning.
* Ability to provide compassionate spiritual care to people of all faiths and those with no religious affiliation.
* Training or experience in trauma\-informed care and cultural competency preferred.
* Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
* Comfortable discussing death, dying, and spiritual or emotional concerns.
* Strong organizational skills and emotional resilience.
* Deep compassion, empathy, and respect for every patient's beliefs and values.

**Working Conditions**

* Travel to patient homes, assisted living communities, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities.
* Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance required.
* Ability to perform the physical demands of home visits, including occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

**Why First Call Home Health?**

At First Call Home Health, we believe hospice care is about providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate support. As a Hospice Chaplain, you will be an important part of our care team, helping patients and families find peace and meaning during one of life's most important journeys.

Pay: From $34\.00 per hour

Benefits:

* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Mileage reimbursement
* Paid time off

Experience:

* Hospice or Pastoral Care: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person