Compassionate Hospice Chaplain - Flexible Part-Time

Envision Hospice; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Envision Hospice in King County, Washington, is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families during end‑of‑life care. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to honor each life story with dignity and presence.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in divinity or theology, Board Certified Chaplain (BCC), CPE units, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) or equivalent certification from a recognized spiritual care organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units
• BLS certification
• Minimum of one year experience in hospice, palliative care, hospital, or healthcare chaplaincy preferred
• Experience working with terminally ill patients and families preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families
• Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG/IDT) meetings
• Offer grief support and bereavement services to families and caregivers
• Coordinate with community clergy and spiritual resources as appropriate
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during end‑of‑life transitions
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Support patients and families regardless of religious affiliation or beliefs
• Educate staff on spiritual care needs and cultural sensitivity

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

Master’s degree in divinity or Theology

Board Certified Chaplain (BCC)

CPE units

BLS certification

Job description

Envision Hospice in King County, Washington, is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families during end‑of‑life care. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to honor each life story with dignity and presence.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in divinity or theology, Board Certified Chaplain (BCC), CPE units, and BLS certification.