Hospice Chaplain

Deercreekseniorliving; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Home Health & Hospice of Fresno is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families at the end of life. This role partners with the interdisciplinary team to provide individualized, respectful end-of-life spiritual care.

We offer part-time, per diem opportunities within a mission-driven organization that values compassionate care, cultural sensitivity, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals and families with death, dying, or grief.
• Hospice or end-of-life care experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in interfaith and culturally diverse settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and required auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Complete spiritual assessments and provide direct spiritual care.
• Support patients and families through end-of-life, grief, and bereavement needs.
• Participate in individualized care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Coordinate with community clergy, spiritual counselors, and volunteers.
• Provide inclusive, interfaith spiritual support that respects diverse beliefs and cultures.
• Document visits, services, and patient/family communication.
• Assist with memorial or funeral services as requested.

Skills

Grief counseling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree

Job description

Hospice Chaplain Pay: $24.00 – $36.00 per hour Job Type: Part Time, Per Diem

Join a compassionate, mission‑driven team dedicated to delivering exceptional home health and hospice care. At Ardent Home Health and Hospice, our patients and their loved ones are at the heart of everything we do. Our interdisciplinary care team is committed to providing high‑quality, compassionate, and personalized care that enhances comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Our culture is built on core values that shape how we serve our patients and support each other: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Loving One Another, Intelligent Risk, Customer Second, and Ownership. We invest in the growth and success of our team—because when you thrive, our patients do too.

Why Join Ardent?

Supportive, team‑oriented culture Opportunities for career advancement in Home Health & Hospice Strong compensation & benefits Meaningful work that makes an impact every day

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families/caregivers. This role partners with the interdisciplinary team to provide individualized, respectful end‑of‑life spiritual care.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete spiritual assessments and provide direct spiritual care.


• Support patients and families through end‑of‑life, grief, and bereavement needs.


• Participate in individualized care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.


• Coordinate with community clergy, spiritual counselors, and volunteers.


• Provide inclusive, interfaith spiritual support that respects diverse beliefs and cultures.


• Document visits, services, and patient/family communication.


• Assist with memorial or funeral services as requested.

Qualifications

• BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree preferred.


• Experience supporting individuals and families with death, dying, or grief.


• Hospice or end‑of‑life care experience preferred.


• Comfortable working in interfaith and culturally diverse settings.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and required auto insurance.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. Ardent Home Health & Hospice of Fresno is a Medicare and Medicaid certified home healthcare and hospice agency that has been serving the greater Fresno/Delano area. At Ardent we believe that choice always exists and that excellent quality of life is always attainable. Whether we’re caring for a senior after a surgery, supporting a patient’s family member cope with grief, or supporting a loved one with a serious illness, our team will seek to provide care that exemplifies truly Life Changing Service.