Hospice Chaplain Spiritual Care Provider
About the position Join Kline Galland, one of the most respected senior care organizations in the Pacific Northwest, as a 24 hours/week Hospice Chaplain Spiritual Care Provider and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families across King County. As a Hospice Chaplain, you will provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys. You’ll be part of a dedicated interdisciplinary team committed to delivering holistic, person-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Provides or coordinates spiritual support to patients, families and caregivers.
- Contacts patient/family clergy or spiritual representative when appropriate.
- Conducts funeral services when requested by the patient's family.
- Participates in on-call counseling services when required.
- Provides spiritual support to the hospice staff and volunteers.
- Submits paperwork in a timely manner to update and maintain patient hospice medical records.
- Participates in regularly scheduled Family Support and IDG meetings to coordinate the spiritual care of the patient/family, exchange information and problem solve, and receive staff support and education.
- Participates in agency quality improvement programs.
- Participates in Hospice programs providing orientation, training, and in-service.
- Provides timely assessment of all hospice patients as requested by family support team.
- Adheres to established company policies.
- Accepts other assignments deemed appropriate.
- Develops and maintains relationships with local spiritual leaders.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Theology and is ordained as a minister or has completed a minimum of one (1) unit of clinical pastoral education or has the equivalent pastoral experience or as required by state specific guidelines.
- Experience working with death and dying, terminal individuals and their families and/or caregivers.
- Knowledge and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication & organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and with a team.
- Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions or tasks.
- Able to effectively communicate with clinical and non-clinical employees, patients & family/caregivers.
- Proof of valid drivers license & reliable, insured transportation.
- Meet applicable federal and state health requirements to provide services to patients.
- Meet requirements of federal and state criminal/abuse background checks.
Nice-to-haves
- Hospice experience preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 403b with employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Leave
- Mileage reimbursement
- Continuing education / CEU support
- Flexible scheduling options
- Supportive and mission-driven team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement