Chaplain

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Float Chaplain - Unity's Full Service Area 

As a leader in end-of-life care, Unity Hospice is committed to building a diverse, compassionate, and mission-driven team. Our work is rooted in our core values: Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability, and those who join us often feel called to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

The Chaplain provides spiritual care and support to patients and families, honoring their individual beliefs and preferences. This role is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, ensuring that spiritual needs are thoughtfully addressed throughout the hospice journey.

Schedule: This position is a 0.8 FTE, working 32 hours per week on a schedule of four 8-hour shifts, typically 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The workweek consists of four days, with one flexible weekday off based on departmental and patient care needs.

As a Float Chaplain, this role provides coverage for palliative care patients, chaplain paid time off (PTO), and FMLA leaves by assuming patient caseloads as needed. The Float Chaplain also supports interdisciplinary team (IDT) coverage and assists with patient visits when another chaplain's caseload increases to help ensure continuity of care.

The position participates in the on-call rotation approximately one full weekend every 6–7 weeks, providing chaplain coverage for the entire Unity service area. Weekend on-call hours are Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In addition, the Float Chaplain works one holiday approximately every 1.5 years, with holiday hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Territory: This is a float chaplain position serving Unity's entire service area of 15 counties. Travel throughout Unity Hospice's full service area is required to support patient and family needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide spiritual counseling and support to patients and families as requested 
• Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized spiritual care plans 
• Coordinate with patients’ clergy and facilitate spiritual services, prayer, or sacraments 
• Assist families with funeral planning when requested 
• Collaborate with Volunteer Services to connect spiritual care volunteers with patients 
• Serve as a liaison to the local religious community and provide education on hospice care 
• Partner with the bereavement team on memorial services and programs 
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and contribute to care planning 
• Support process improvement initiatives related to spiritual care services

What You’ll Bring:

• A deep sense of compassion and respect for diverse spiritual beliefs 
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work within a team 
• A commitment to supporting patients and families during meaningful end-of-life moments 

Why Unity?  

Unity is dedicated to supporting your well-being, growth, and success with a range of valuable benefits!

Health: We provide comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care. On-site health risk assessments and flu shots are also available to keep you and your family well.

Life: Unity values work-life balance, offering paid time off, extended illness and injury bank, bereavement leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and fitness membership reimbursement to support your personal needs and interests outside of work.

Security: For your financial peace of mind, Unity offers a 403(b) retirement savings plan, group life insurance, voluntary life insurance, as well as accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.

Compensation: We reward your skills and commitment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities for hourly roles, and mileage reimbursement.

Career: Grow with Unity through internal and external learning opportunities, education assistance, and leadership development programs designed to support your professional journey.

All new employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their date of hire. For a full list of benefits:

Choose Unity as the place to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be valued every step of the way. Apply today to join a team that invests in you, both personally and professionally. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of theology, religious studies, or related studies and/or certification in hospital or pastoral ministry required. Master's degree in theology, divinity, or pastoral studies preferred.
• Board Certification by the NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or working toward certification preferred.
• Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education are preferred.
• Experience in hospice and palliative care and an understanding of hospice and palliative philosophy is preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance coverage