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Chaplain- LifePath Hospice

Chapters Health System·Sun City Center, Florida

$50,528 - $75,205/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

The Chaplain develops and implements spiritual care plans for patients and families while providing support to staff and volunteers. They act as a liaison between the company and local clergy and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care.

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

The Chaplain provides a wide range of spiritual services to patients and families enrolled in any of the Company programs. The Chaplain also provides spiritual support to the staff and volunteers of the Company.

Qualifications

  • If hired after 5/26/2024, Master’s degree in Divinity, Theology, Christian counseling or related degree from an accredited institution required.
  • If hired prior to 5/26/2024, Bachelor's degree in Divinity or related Degree from an accredited institution required.
  • Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system preferred; appropriate computer skills required
  • Health care experience preferred
  • Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
  • Ability to travel and have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to physically access (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, endure heat and lack of air conditioning) any home, hospital, nursing home and/or assisted living facility (ALF)
  • Must have the endurance to manage demands of a hospice care field work position (i.e., time, travel, home/facility arrangements, stress, etc.)
  • Must be able to communicate clearly in English
  • If Hired Prior to 10/1/24, the following are not required but are strongly recommended. Required for hires after 10/1/24:
  • Ordination or commissioning/endorsement from an ordaining body recognized by the Endorser's Conference, Veterans Administration that demonstrates the candidate has standing with the organization; ordination must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
  • Documentation that demonstrates the candidate is in good standing with faith group or professional affiliation group with no ethical charges current or pending
  • One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc.; or in process within six (6) months of employment/position

Competencies

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

of all employees:

Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.

Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.

Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.

Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.

Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.

Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.

Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.

Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.

Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.

Advance electronic media skills.

Support Company research and educational activities.

Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.

Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develops a spiritual care plan in conjunction with the interdisciplinary group based upon patient/family spiritual traditions and spiritual assessment results.
  • Provides appropriate spiritual care and initiates interventions necessary for resolving care plan issues.
  • Implements the spiritual care plan through personal contact and/or enlistment of Spiritual Care Volunteers, local clergy or other counselors as may be appropriate in each circumstance.
  • Monitors implementation of the spiritual care plan and reassesses as needed.
  • Maintains documentation in manner reflecting timeliness, completeness, accuracy, legibility, clarity of goal, assessment and plan.
  • Provides appropriate spiritual care in accordance with Company philosophy and policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
  • Acts as liaison between the Company and local clergy and congregations in the interpretation of the Company mission and programs.
  • Attends and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, assists in developing care plans, facilitates understanding of spiritual aspects of care and provides team with spiritual care objectives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Compensation Pay Range

$50,527.53 - $75,205.18

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/].

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field, with specific ordination and Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) requirements for newer hires. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the physical ability to navigate various healthcare facilities.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Communication Skills
  • Patient Assessment
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Case Documentation
  • Spiritual Counseling
  • Clinical Pastoral Education
  • EMR/EHR Proficiency
  • Spiritual Care Planning

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$50,528 - $75,205/yr
Location
Sun City Center, Florida
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Chapters Health System

Chapters Health System is boldly innovating the future of chronic illness care through its portfolio of more than 30 different companies and programs, including the nation’s largest nonprofit hospice network, PACE, value-based care such as CareNu, managed services organizations,...

Salary listed on 178 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Hospice chaplain roles in Florida

Hospice chaplain openings in Florida often reflect steady demand from providers serving patients and families across home, facility, and inpatient settings. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree in divinity, theology, or a related field, plus ordination and CPE for newer hires, along with a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to move through healthcare facilities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your credentialing and travel readiness before applying.

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