Job Description

Job Description Overview Office Location: McDonough, GA Coverage area: Thomaston, Griffin, Hampton, and McDonough Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8am - 5pm Sacred Journey Hospice is seeking a compassionate, grounded, and spiritually-sensitive Chaplain in McDonough, GA. Our Chaplains provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and families during end-of-life care. This role is an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, offering a nonjudgmental presence and care that honors the beliefs, values, and cultural backgrounds of those we serve. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit Develop deep meaningful relationships during a personal and significant life stage More quality time with patients, allowing for more thoughtful unrushed care Variety in work environment, visiting patients in a variety of settings Ability to work independently while also having team support Freedom to be spiritually inclusive, working with patients of all backgrounds Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company Build strong skills in grief counseling and long-term emotional support Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Mileage reimbursement Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! *Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities As a Chaplain You will: Conduct and ensure timely spiritual assessments for patients and families Participate in developing individualized care plans to address spiritual needs Provides direct spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers Serves as a liaison to community chaplains and spiritual counselors Maintains accurate documentation of spiritual services and communications Attends interdisciplinary meetings and contributes to care planning Offers education and spiritual care guidance to the care team Recruits and supports community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and volunteers Coordinates and leads memorial or funeral services as requested Organizes periodic memorials for staff, volunteers, and community partners Assists in supervising spiritual care volunteers Qualifications Graduate of an accredited theology or chaplaincy program (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree) Experience working with death and dying, hospice experience preferred Comfort in an interfaith setting Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs and values Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care Required qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited theology or chaplaincy program (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree)
• Experience working with death and dying, hospice experience preferred
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order

Desired qualifications:

• Comfort in an interfaith setting
• Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs and values
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care