JOB SUMMARY:
To provide spiritual and emotional support when needed to the Hospice patient/family and to
members of the Hospice team. To provide assistance at the time of the patient’s death and
support of the family during the bereavement period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational/Degree: Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or
appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.

Training/Licensure: Certificate or degree in pastoral ministry.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick
judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a
hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social,
racial, cultural and religious modes.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred.
Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred.

Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.