Chaplain

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Chaplain, you will provide spiritual/bereavement care and counseling to Hospice patients, families, staff and volunteers.


Every day, you will provide direct spiritual, religious, and existential care, offering compassionate presence, support, and appropriate rituals to patients, families, and staff, especially during times of crisis or grief. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to advocate for spiritual needs and integrate holistic care, ensuring respect for diverse beliefs.


To be successful in this role, you must be a highly compassionate individual, comfortable and skilled in engaging with people who may be emotional, stressed, or in pain. You'll need the proven ability to provide empathetic care, adapt to diverse spiritual needs, and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Documents assessment, planning and coordination of spiritual care of the patient/family
• Meets Spiritual care needs of patient and family
• Coordinates agency Bereavement Services
• Facilitates and/or coordinates in-services, presentations and special events for the Hospice program

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies or related field
• Driver's License: MN
• Auto Insurance
• Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Experience in Hospice Care and/or completion Hospice training program