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