Chaplain

Work Where You Matter! At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end‑of‑life journey. Through compassionate care we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect.

About the role

The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical and spiritual guidance for patients and their families, meeting them where they are on their hospice journey. As part of the patient‑care team, the chaplain supports the unique needs of each patient, visits patients and families, coordinates with the clinical team, and connects them with community resources and services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families.
• Coordinate with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Maintain records for quality assurance and compliance.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and provide spiritual care consultation.
• Recruit and educate community chaplains, counselors, and volunteers.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a bereavement program, ensuring follow‑up care.
• Oversee condolence calls and support‑group scheduling.
• Conduct funeral/memorial services as requested.
• Organize periodic memorial services for staff, volunteers, and clergy.
• Supervise spiritual‑care volunteers as needed.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance‑improvement activities.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of experience in a formal ministerial setting.
• Demonstrated theological coursework required.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report and drug test.
• Valid state driver’s license, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance meeting state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies, theology, or religious studies (or equivalent).
• Preferred: Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (MDIV, MTS, ThM or equivalent).
• Preferred: One or more unit(s) of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Physical Requirements

• Push/pull and lift/carry up to 12 pounds; occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to meet essential responsibilities.

Pay

The starting salary range for this role is $60,000 – $75,000 annual base salary. Actual salary will be based on geographic location, relevant education, certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plans (subject to plan terms and eligibility).
• Potential eligibility for additional compensation programs.