Chaplain - Hospice

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!
Benefits offered:   Medical, Dental & Vision Vacation, Sick & Holiday Paid Time Off Mileage Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance 401(K) 
Pay range (depending on experience): $30- $40/hour
Schedule/Shift: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
Territory/Location: Orange County

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
• Conduct regular visits with patients, family members, and caregivers to assess spiritual needs.
• Offer prayer, counseling, and support based on the individual needs of patients and families.
• Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans.
• Support interdisciplinary team members by offering spiritual insight into patient care.
• Conduct memorial services, grief support groups, and other services as needed.
• Respect and honor diverse cultural, spiritual, and religious practices and traditions.
• Collaborate with social workers, nurses, physicians, and other care team members to ensure holistic care.
• Provide bereavement support to family’s post-death, including follow-up calls and visits.
• Maintain accurate documentation of spiritual care interactions and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body.
• Previous experience in hospice, hospital, or pastoral care settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse religious, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement spiritual support activities that reflect the beliefs and values of the patient and family.
• Perform a spiritual assessment within five days of admission to hospice.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with the team in developing the plan of care and ensure it reflect spiritual needs.
• Coordinate with or refer to local clergy as requested by the patient and family.
• Documents clearly, accurately and timely in the patient record.
• Follow agency policy & procedures and adheres to professional boundaries.
• Complies with HIPPA and confidentiality agreement.
• Assist families in planning funeral and memorial services when indicated.
• Collaborate with the bereavement coordinate to plan hospice memorial services for families of patients that have died.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and is proactive in reporting current issues and collaborating with the team in developing interventions for the plan of care.
• Coordinates care with other professionals to meet the emotional and psychological needs of the patient and family.
• Conducts a risk assessment of complicating bereavement factors.

Requirement

• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree). 
• Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver
• Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group.
• Comfort in an interfaith setting.
• Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
• Ability to network with community clergy and congregations.
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
• Hospice experience preferred.

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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.
Equal Opportunity:We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Accessibility Commitment:We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.
Inclusion Efforts:We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.
Your Voice Matters:Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.
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