VITAS Healthcare·Whitpain Township, Pennsylvania
The Chaplain provides spiritual care and pastoral counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and staff within an interdisciplinary team. They perform spiritual assessments to address the diverse values and beliefs of those facing illness, loss, and death.
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
Choose a Career with VITAS
The candidate must possess the skill and compassion necessary to handle the spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. They should be able to provide professional pastoral interventions sensitive to various religious orientations.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, home care chaplain roles are often tied to hospice and end-of-life services, where demand tends to follow the need for spiritual support in patients’ homes. These positions are competitive because employers look for strong pastoral judgment, sensitivity to diverse religious backgrounds, and comfort with emotionally complex care settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then prepare examples of how you’ve supported patients and families across faith traditions.
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