Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor - Hospice - Part Time

Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor

VitalCaring – Bring Comfort, Peace, and Presence When It Matters Most

At VitalCaring we don’t just provide hospice care - we walk alongside patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor, you play a vital role in providing emotional and spiritual support, helping patients and loved ones find comfort, dignity, peace, and connection throughout the hospice journey.

This is a role for someone who feels called to serve others through compassion, presence, empathy, and spiritual guidance.

Why Join VitalCaring?

Meaningful, one-on-one support for patients and families during end-of-life care

Autonomy with support – manage your schedule while partnering with a collaborative interdisciplinary team

Opportunity to make a lasting emotional and spiritual impact during life’s most important moments

Strong team partnership with nurses, social workers, physicians, aides, and leadership

A purpose-driven culture grounded in compassion, respect, dignity, and excellence

Role Overview

As a Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor at VitalCaring, you are more than a spiritual support resource — you are a trusted guide, compassionate listener, and calming presence for patients and families navigating grief, transition, and end-of-life experiences.

You’ll provide individualized spiritual care aligned with each patient’s beliefs, values, and preferences while supporting emotional well-being and helping families process difficult moments with dignity and compassion.

Through every visit, conversation, and interaction, you help bring peace, reassurance, and hope.

What You’ll Do

Provide Compassionate Spiritual Care

Assess spiritual and emotional needs of patients, caregivers, and families

Develop and support individualized spiritual care plans

Provide spiritual counseling, emotional support, grief support, and compassionate presence

Support patients and families through difficult conversations, transitions, and end-of-life experiences

Serve as a Collaborative Care Partner

Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and care planning

Collaborate closely with nurses, social workers, physicians, aides, and community clergy

Help ensure holistic, patient-centered care aligned with patient goals and wishes

Coordinate visits from local clergy or faith leaders when appropriate

Support Patients & Families

Build meaningful, trusting relationships with patients and loved ones

Provide comfort and guidance while respecting diverse faiths, beliefs, cultures, and lifestyles

Help families navigate grief, anticipatory loss, and emotional stress with empathy and sensitivity

Serve as a calming and supportive presence during deeply personal moments

Drive Quality & Documentation

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Participate in quality and compliance initiatives

Support hospice philosophy and agency standards of care

Maintain ongoing professional development and continuing education

What You Bring

Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree required)

Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care

Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment

Comfort serving within an interfaith setting

Ability to support individuals from diverse cultures, lifestyles, beliefs, and backgrounds

Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills

Experience working with death, dying, grief, and family/caregiver support

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance for field-based responsibilities

What Sets You Apart

Hospice, palliative care, or healthcare spiritual care experience

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) experience

Strong grief counseling and emotional support skills

Ability to quickly build trust and meaningful relationships

Established relationships with community clergy and faith-based organizations

Experience documenting within an EMR platform

What to Expect

Field-based visits in homes, facilities, and community settings

High autonomy with strong interdisciplinary team support

A role centered on compassion, dignity, emotional support, and spiritual care

Deeply meaningful patient and family interactions

Opportunities to support patients from diverse backgrounds and beliefs

A culture focused on purpose, service, and genuine caring

Benefits That Support You

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pharmacy benefits

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.