Chaplain

Come join our dedicated staff!

St. Joseph Hospice in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Full-Time Chaplain to join our patient care team.

Why Join Us?

At St. Joseph Hospice, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

• Building long-term wealth for your future
• Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
• Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in pastoral ministry
• Ability to be open, flexible and ecumenical
• Make patient visits at their place of residence
• Comfortable in working with patients and families with life-threatening illness and death

Job Duties:

• Participate in IDT meetings & will assist the IDT in evaluating and assessing patients and/or family spiritual needs
• Maintain proper records of visits as determined by the guidelines and regulations of hospice services
• Arrange for on-call availability of Chaplain services
• Work with staff, clergy and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients and families

Full-Time Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – company-paid ownership benefit
• Competitive pay with increased earning potential
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Cell phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)
• Career advancement opportunities

All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE.

Make a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with St. Joseph Hospice. Apply today!