Chaplain

About the role

The Chaplain provides spiritual support, guidance, and resources to patients and their families. They provide compassionate services to a diverse population encompassing all faiths that are represented by patients, families, and team members, while at the same time, reflecting the mission and philosophy of Suncrest.

Qualifications

• Certificate of graduation from an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree), or a degree in pastoral care, or equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred
• One year of chaplain experience preferred
• Experience working with death and the dying, as it relates to patients and their families/caregivers
• Ability to work as a contributing member of interdisciplinary group
• Comfort level in inter-faith setting
• Minimum of 3 units of CPE; and MDiv or Masters in Theology required
• Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance

Responsibilities

• Assesses spiritual needs of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and ensures that appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner
• Serves as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors
• Maintains accurate records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision
• Attends patient care conferences and interdisciplinary group meetings, providing consultation, education, and support
• Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested
• Assists with the supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/families/caregivers
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities

Pay

$60,000-$80,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades