Chaplain

About the Role

As a Bluegrass Care Navigators' Hospice Team member, you will be part of a team providing care and support to patients and their families who choose comfort-focused care over curative treatments for terminal illness. Care is provided where the patient calls home, including houses, apartments, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. For patients with complex needs, care may be provided at one of our Hospice Care Centers.

Bluegrass Care Navigators is committed to a work setting that treats all team members with fairness, dignity, and respect, offering opportunities for professional growth and teamwork. This role allows you to make a lasting difference in a supportive environment where your work and time are valued.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with occasional on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and caregivers in accordance with hospice philosophy.
• Deliver spiritual assessments, counseling, and guidance directly or through coordination with community spiritual resources.
• Collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary team to contribute to holistic patient care.
• Adhere to organizational policies and licensure requirements within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Ordination or equivalent endorsement and good standing with the individual’s faith group.
• Completion of two (2) units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Knowledge of the processes of death, dying, and bereavement.
• Understanding of the spiritual needs and concerns of terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of diverse faith traditions and ability to provide care to individuals and families from varied spiritual and cultural backgrounds.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary healthcare team dynamics, with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong public speaking skills and effective community organization abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile in good working order, insured in accordance with state minimum requirements.

Qualifications

Chaplain I: Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in theological studies or equivalent.

Chaplain II: Graduate of an accredited seminary with a Master of Divinity or comparable master’s-level degree that meets eligibility requirements for certification by a professional chaplaincy organization (e.g., Association of Professional Chaplains [APC], National Association of Jewish Chaplains [NAJC], or National Association of Catholic Chaplains [NACC]).