Chaplain

Chaplain Position at HopeHealth

HopeHealth is seeking an experienced Chaplain. The Chaplain actively participates as part of an interdisciplinary team to coordinate and provide spiritual care to patients, families and staff, which are accepting, affirming and respectful of diverse belief systems and spiritual practices.

This is a full time 40 hours per week working 8am-4:30pm position that has on call, weekend and holiday commitments.

Duties of a Chaplain:

• Provides spiritual/pastoral assessment through contact with patient/family within five (5) days of admission, per patient need.
• Provide spiritual/pastoral care in accordance with the ongoing wishes and needs of the patient/family.
• Develop and implement an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care according to goals and wishes of patient/family.
• Conduct services of prayer, worship and rituals for patients/families, staff and community members as appropriate.
• Offer patients/families of different philosophies and religious beliefs opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
• Document spiritual counseling, and other interventions, provided in the patient's clinical record, according to HPC-RI procedures and policies.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team(s) to ensure patient/family needs are met, continually evaluating patient response to care.
• Facilitate linkage to community clergy or other faith-based leaders as requested by patient/families.
• Active participation in Interdisciplinary Team meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings as requested and expected for the position.
• Work collaboratively with Bereavement to plan HPC-RI memorial services and other organizational outreach activities.

Qualifications for a Chaplain:

• Master's Degree in religious or theological studies required
• Minimum of 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent training, education and experience
• One to three years' experience for Chaplain, three to five years' experience for Senior Chaplain, in community service
• Must be comfortable with prayer in an interfaith environment and respectful of all religious beliefs/spiritualties
• Knowledge and experience with grief and end of life issues preferred
• Knowledge of caring for patients and families in the home setting or inpatient facilities preferred

Job Benefits:

For your health and peace of mind:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Pre-tax flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care
• Disability coverage
• Discounts on voluntary insurance programs
• Life and long-term-disability insurance
• Mileage reimbursement

For your wellbeing:

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• A caring culture that supports your wellbeing

For your career:

• A robust orientation programs
• Educational assistance
• Reimbursement for certifications
• HopeHealth Clinical Education Lab (continuing education)

HopeHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

HopeHealth is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workspace. We believe that attracting, developing and empowering exceptional people will allow us to continue to deliver the best care for our patients and families.

All qualified individuals – inclusive of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age and ability – are warmly welcome at HopeHealth.

Discover a career that transforms lives – including yours.

At HopeHealth, health care is more than a career choice. It’s a calling.

Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that inspires you, a workplace that invests in you, and a mission that brings hope and dignity to patients and families every day.

HopeHealth is a not-for-profit market leader in the areas of home health, palliative and hospice care serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Our Hospice Care Team

HopeHealth’s hospice care team provides comfort and support to patients who are in the advanced stages of serious illness or nearing the end of life.

Join our team, and you’ll:

• Help patients and families make every moment count. Hospice is a special calling. Your work will help patients live as comfortably and fully as possible, and provide meaningful support for everyone in the family.
• Know that your expertise and unique perspective are valued. In our inclusive work culture, you’ll be free to work autonomously while feeling authentic support from your team.
• Enjoy a flexible work schedule and generous benefits. Work full-time, part-time or per diem with scheduling flexibility to maximize your work/family life balance. Benefits include competitive compensation package, health care coverage, education reimbursement, and an employer-match retirement plan.
• Be part of a leading team. For over 40 years, HopeHealth Hospice has set the gold standard for end-of-life care. We’re the second-oldest hospice in the country, and one of the largest not-for-profit hospice providers in New England. We are committed to giving all of our employees the skills and support they need to deliver the best possible patient care.