Hospice Chaplain

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual support to patients and their families in State College, PA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families
• Work with staff, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients and families
• Participate in patient conferences to assess and report on spiritual needs
• Provide bereavement follow-up services
• Develop and maintain a resource group of clergy for spiritual care delegation
• Arrange for on-call availability of chaplain services
• Visit patients and families in the home
• Attend biweekly IDT meetings

Requirements:

• At least one unit of clinical pastoral education (CPE) required
• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferred
• Previous experience as a hospital and/or hospice chaplain preferred
• Ability to be open, flexible, and ecumenical
• Experience in working with patients and families dealing with life-threatening illness and death
• Hospice experience preferred
• Valid driver's license

About Us:

Medical Services of America is a comprehensive home healthcare provider offering home healthcare, hospice care, home medical equipment, and supplies. We are committed to delivering high-quality care to our patients and their families.