Hospice Chaplain

Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days off in first year

Work from home option for start of day

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Loan forgiveness programs

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer contribution

Discounts at local vendors

Job summary

Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice seeks a Spiritual Care Coordinator to provide spiritual care to clients and families and to coordinate referrals and home or facility visits. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the hospice journey.

The role involves addressing grief, offering counseling, supporting staff, and engaging with clergy and community groups to meet spiritual needs while contributing to staff education and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry required.
• Minimum one year experience as an ordained pastor/rabbi or one year of hospice experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals and home or facility visits for hospice patients and families.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide grief support and bereavement follow-up services.
• Counsel staff and families through emotionally complex situations.
• Engage with clergy and community groups to address spiritual needs.
• Facilitate memorial services when appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bereavement counseling

Staff education

Clergy engagement

Education

Seminary or theology school graduate or pastoral ministry certification

Job description

Hours: 32 hours/week (FT) M-F

About Us: Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice is more than just a healthcare provider; we're a community-focused, not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well‑being of central Vermonters. We deliver exceptional home health and hospice care to individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality services regardless of financial circumstances. Committed to holistic care, we offer a range of health promotion , long-term care, and maternal-and-child health services, aiming to enrich the lives of our community members at every stage.

Who We're Seeking: Join our team as the Spiritual Care Coordinator. In this role you will be responsible for providing spiritual care to clients and families. You will also participate as a member of the Hospice interdisciplinary group.

Your Responsibilities: We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative professional to support hospice patients and families by coordinating referrals and home or facility visits while working closely with an interdisciplinary care team. This role requires strong communication skills, timely documentation, and a deep understanding of hospice philosophy, with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The ideal candidate is comfortable addressing grief and loss, providing counseling and bereavement follow-up services, and supporting both staff and families through emotionally complex situations. Responsibilities also include engaging with clergy and community groups to address spiritual needs, facilitating memorial services when appropriate, and contributing to staff education and patient care conferences. Additionally, the position plays an active role in quality improvement initiatives and community bereavement programs, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards. .

Why Join Us: We offer more than just a job; we provide a fulfilling career with exceptional benefits:

• 28 days combined time off in your first year for a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to start your day from home for added convenience.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance to support your professional growth.
• Supportive environment with guidance from our office staff and management team.
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs to ease financial burdens.
• Comprehensive benefits package , including employer first-dollar contribution group health, dental, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan with 3% employer contribution for long-term financial security.
• Discounts at local vendors to enjoy perks beyond work.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry required.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as an ordained pastor/rabbi or one (1) year of hospice experience

CVHHH is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.