Chaplain

Ambercare; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Hospice Certification bonus

Job summary

Ambercare Hospice in Las Cruces, NM seeks a compassionate Chaplain to provide spiritual care and bereavement support to patients and families. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to address spiritual and emotional needs, guiding care with dignity and comfort.

The role emphasizes interfaith sensitivity, ongoing professional development, and building lasting connections within the community Ambercare serves. Competitive benefits and daytime schedule are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology and/or a certificate of ordination or commission from a religious faith group; CPE preferred
• Experience in hospice care and bereavement counseling is preferred
• Comfortable in an interfaith setting and able to respect diverse beliefs and cultures

Responsibilities

• Provides direct spiritual care and bereavement counseling to patients and families/caregivers
• Performs spiritual bereavement assessments and updates plan of care accordingly
• Offers guidance to the interdisciplinary hospice team to address spiritual needs
• Documents patient services accurately to reflect the plan of care
• Participates in group meetings to coordinate care and interdisciplinary discussions
• Provides education and support to the team on spiritual care and bereavement counseling
• May participate in continuous care and on-call duties
• Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers as needed
• Develops and implements bereavement plans of care with post-death follow-up for up to one year

Skills

Bereavement counseling

Interfaith communication

Compassionate care

Education

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

Certificate of ordination

CPE certification or training

Job description

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Ambercare Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Chaplain to join our team in Las Cruces, NM. In this meaningful role, you will provide spiritual care, emotional support, and compassionate presence to patients and families during some of life's most significant moments. Working as part of an interdisciplinary hospice team, you will help address spiritual and emotional needs, promote comfort and dignity, and offer guidance that supports patients and loved ones throughout their end-of-life journey. Join a team that values personalized care, professional growth, and the opportunity to build lasting connections with patients, families, and the community we serve.

Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the region—combining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.

Why Choose a Career with Ambercare Hospice?

• Monday-Friday - Daytime schedule with autonomy to manage and coordinate patient visits throughout the day.


• Competitive pay PLUS mileage.


• High Need, High Impact: Hospice Chaplains play a vital role on the interdisciplinary care team, providing spiritual guidance, emotional support, and compassionate presence that enhance comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their loved ones.


• Career Growth Opportunities: We are committed to supporting the professional development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and the opportunity to expand skills in hospice and palliative care.


• Meaningful Patient Connections: Build lasting relationships with patients and families while offering support during some of life's most meaningful and important moments.


• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. A 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase. Plus, earn merit-based raises based on your performance.

What You’ll Do:

• Performs spiritual bereavement assessments of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensure that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care


• Provides direct spiritual care and bereavement counseling to patients and families/caregivers


• Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assists team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided


• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care


• Attends group meetings to facilitate coordination of care and discussion of interdisciplinary group involvement


• Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care and bereavement counseling


• Participates in Continuous Care and on call, if necessary


• Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patient’s families/caregivers as needed


• Assumes responsibility in directing the development and implementation of the bereavement plan of care and the frequency of service delivery; make available bereavement services for up to one year following the death of the patient

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology and/or a certificate of ordination or commission from a religious faith group; completion of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred


• Previous hospice experience working with death and dying strongly preferred


• Comfortable in an interfaith setting and able to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values


• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required