Spiritual Care Chaplain (Rabbi) - PRN

About the role

Trustbridge Hospice, a part of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate Spiritual Care Chaplain to join their team in the Lake Worth/Boca area. This position is onsite and Per Diem. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., helping ensure patients and families receive a smooth, supportive experience during an important stage of care. There is one weekend shift per 6 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, spiritual, and emotional support to patients and families that are facing end-of-life, grief, and crisis situations.
• Cook up spiritual care services with community clergy to ensure patients and families receive appropriate, individualized religious or spiritual support.
• Deliver spiritual counseling and guidance within diverse and ecumenical settings (such as clinics/home visits), including care for the dying and bereaved.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and concise documentation of patient records.
• Participate in bereavement and community events, support organizational mission and goals, and adapt to environments that may include exposure to pets and smoke.

Requirements

• Board certified chaplain with Association of Professional Chaplains, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, Neshama Association of Jewish Chaplains, Canadian Association for Spiritual Care, College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy, or Spiritual Care Association strongly preferred. If not, must be eligible and willing to work towards attaining board certification within the first two years of employment.
• Education and/or Experience: Master of Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care, or related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent level of preparation as determined by their faith group. Additional Education: Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education. Four units preferred.
• One to two years of previous experience in spiritual leadership and inter-faith ministry strongly preferred.
• Able to take a leadership role in change management and conflict resolution.
• Compassion for and understanding of ministry to the terminally ill, their caregivers and families.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion.
• Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice has cared for more than 200,000 South Florida families. As a community-based nonprofit, we provide 24/7 hospice and palliative care, along with caregiver support and bereavement services for families facing serious illness.

Pay

Fair, Competitive Pay: Your work has value, and we reward it.

Schedule

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement with company match.

Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life

Growth That Lasts: Advance through education, training, and tuition reimbursement.

Mission That Matters: Join a team built on kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.