Hospice Chaplain- Per Diem
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Health Care Connectors
Greenwich, CT, US
Summary
The Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual, emotional, and bereavement support to patients and their families while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for developing spiritual care plans and documenting visits in accordance with hospice regulations.
Job Description
About Health Care Connectors
Health Care Connectors is a leading home healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients in the comfort of their homes. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure each patient receives personalized care that promotes healing, independence, and overall well-being.
Why Join HCC?
At Health Care Connectors, we are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and make a meaningful impact. When you join our team, you will:
- Work in a supportive and collaborative clinical environment
- Deliver meaningful one-on-one care to patients in their homes
- Be part of a growing and innovative home healthcare organization
- Have opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
- Make a direct impact on patient outcomes and quality of life
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Chaplain (Per Diem) to join our hospice team. The Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual, emotional, and bereavement support to patients and their families, respecting each individual's beliefs, values, and cultural traditions. The Chaplain collaborates with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care throughout the end-of-life journey.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Care, Religious Studies, or a related field (Master of Divinity preferred)
- Ordination, ecclesiastical endorsement, or equivalent recognized by the applicant's faith tradition, if applicable
- Experience providing spiritual care in hospice, home health, hospital, or healthcare settings preferred
- Knowledge of end-of-life care, grief, bereavement, and hospice philosophy
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
What You’ll Do
- Provide spiritual assessments for hospice patients and their families based on individual beliefs, values, and preferences
- Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans as part of the interdisciplinary plan of care
- Offer spiritual counseling, prayer, rituals, and other faith-based or non-denominational support as requested
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers coping with serious illness and end-of-life issues
- Assist patients and families in finding meaning, hope, comfort, and peace during the hospice journey
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with nurses, social workers, physicians, and other hospice staff
- Provide bereavement support and resources to families before and after a patient's passing
- Document spiritual care visits and maintain accurate, timely patient records in accordance with hospice regulations
- Support hospice staff through education, consultation, and compassionate presence when needed
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Compensation
Hourly Rate $30 - $40 an hour
Apply Today!
Welcome to a seamless, gold standard continuum of care. We’re here for every essential step of your loved one’s journey, from Home Care to Medicare-Certified Nursing and Therapy Services, Concierge Care, as well as Hospice – all thoughtfully brought together to support you and bring peace of mind.
After years of caring for clients as Home Care Connectors and offering skilled nursing and certified home care through Health Care Connectors, we’ve united these services – and added hospice care – to ensure the compassionate, professional care you need is always within reach.
Our new continuum of care is a thoughtful blend of healthcare expertise and compassionate support, dedicated to serving you and your family every step of the way.
Founded
2017
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Home Health Care Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Greenwich, Connecticut
Welcome to a seamless, gold standard continuum of care. We’re here for every essential step of your loved one’s journey, from Home Care to Medicare-Certified Nursing and Therapy Services, Concierge Care, as well as Hospice – all thoughtfully brought together to support you and bring peace of mind.
After years of caring for clients as Home Care Connectors and offering skilled nursing and certified home care through Health Care Connectors, we’ve united these services – and added hospice care – to ensure the compassionate, professional care you need is always within reach.
Our new continuum of care is a thoughtful blend of healthcare expertise and compassionate support, dedicated to serving you and your family every step of the way.
Founded
2017
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Home Health Care Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Greenwich, Connecticut