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Heartland Hospice

Hospice Chaplain

Rockford, IL, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.00 - $30.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
wellness programs
Education support
Tuition Assistance
free Continuing Education Units
Company-paid Life Insurance
long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits

Job Description

Heartland Hospice, a proud part of Gentiva, is a nationally recognized leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management. With nearly 600 locations across 38 states, Heartland Hospice is dedicated to providing compassionate care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. The company’s approach is holistic, focusing not only on physical health but also on emotional, spiritual, and psychological support. Heartland Hospice is known for its interdisciplinary team of clinicians and caregivers who work collaboratively to improve quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses or end-of-life challenges. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Heartland... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology or state-specific equivalent
  • Minimum of one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education
  • Ability to provide non-denominational spiritual care
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members
  • Availability to conduct in-person visits with patients and families
  • Compliance with state-specific regulations where applicable
  • Successful completion of background checks and drug screenings as required

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, human services, counseling, psychology, or sociology
  • Completion of at least one unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education
  • Master's degree in counseling, psychology, theology, or divinity preferred
  • Two years of active work in spiritual care ministry or program
  • Three years of active work in hospice spiritual care support preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work with patients, families, and community spiritual leaders of various denominations and beliefs

Job Duties

  • Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers in alignment with their beliefs and values
  • Offer non-denominational, inclusive care that respects all faiths, spiritual traditions, and cultural backgrounds
  • Serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, participating in patient care conferences and collaborating with nurses, social workers, aides, and medical staff
  • Assess spiritual needs of patients and families and develop individualized spiritual care plans
  • Conduct visits, prayers, blessings, and rituals as appropriate and requested by the patient or family
  • Assist families during times of grief, loss, or transition, and provide bereavement support and counseling
  • Build relationships with local faith leaders and community resources to support patients' and families' unique spiritual needs
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation of spiritual assessments, interventions, and outcomes

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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