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Dental insurance
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Licensed Chaplain (Home Health & Hospice)Now Hiring – Licensed Chaplain (Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN)

Locations: North & South Austin, TX

Elite Home Health & Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families receiving Home Health and Hospice services. The Chaplain is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team and provides spiritual care that respects the patient's beliefs, values, culture, and personal preferences.

If you are passionate about ministry, pastoral care, and serving individuals during life's most meaningful moments, we invite you to join our growing team.

Position Summary

The Licensed Chaplain provides spiritual counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, grief support, and assists patients and families in coping with illness, loss, and end-of-life issues. The Chaplain works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Provide spiritual care visits to Home Health and Hospice patients and their families.
Perform comprehensive spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
Provide emotional and spiritual counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.
Participate in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and collaborate with the healthcare team.
Provide grief support and bereavement counseling when appropriate.
Assist patients with advance care planning and end-of-life concerns.
Coordinate spiritual resources with community clergy when requested.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
Respect and support diverse religious, cultural, and spiritual beliefs.
Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during difficult circumstances.
Participate in orientation, annual competency evaluations, and continuing education programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Master's Degree in Divinity (M.Div.) or Master's Degree in Theology (M.Th.).
Licensed or Ordained Minister, Pastor, Chaplain, or Clergy Member in good standing.
Minimum one (1) year of pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, hospice, healthcare, or counseling experience preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered spiritual care.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
Ability to travel within assigned service areas.

Preferred Qualifications

Hospice or Home Health experience preferred.
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) training is preferred but not required.
Experience providing grief counseling and bereavement support.
Knowledge of Medicare Hospice regulations and interdisciplinary team practices.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Spiritual assessment and counseling.
Crisis intervention and grief support.
Hospice philosophy and end-of-life care principles.
Documentation and compliance requirements.
Cultural competency and sensitivity.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Employment Opportunities

Full-Time
Part-Time
PRN (As Needed)
Flexible Scheduling Available

Service Areas

Houston, Texas

Spring
The Woodlands
Conroe
Tomball
Cypress
Katy
Houston
Humble
Kingwood
Sugar Land
Pearland
Pasadena
Missouri City
Richmond
Rosenberg

Austin, Texas

Austin
Round Rock
Cedar Park
Georgetown
Pflugerville
Leander
Lakeway
Kyle
Buda
Manor

Benefits (For Eligible Employees)

Competitive Compensation
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Orientation and Training
Continuing Education Opportunities
Supportive Interdisciplinary Team Environment
Mileage Reimbursement
Career Growth Opportunities

Why Join Us?

At Elite Home Health & Hospice, we believe compassionate care includes caring for the spiritual needs of every patient and family. Our Chaplains make a meaningful difference by bringing hope, comfort, encouragement, and peace during some of life's most important moments.

We welcome applicants from all Christian denominations and qualified clergy members who are committed to serving individuals with compassion, dignity, and respect while honoring every patient's spiritual beliefs and preferences.

Apply Today!

Join our mission of providing exceptional Home Health and Hospice care throughout Houston and Austin, Texas.

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