Hospice Chaplain

Phoenix Home Care & Hospice; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for spiritual growth

Job summary

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice is seeking a Hospice Chaplain to join our Topeka, KS team. This role includes bereavement coordination and providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff in alignment with diverse beliefs.

Responsibilities include spiritual assessments, interprofessional collaboration, and leading funeral or memorial services as requested, along with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Ordained, commissioned, or credentialed according to a recognized religious group.
• Completed at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• A degree in theology, divinity, or equivalent education from an accredited seminary.
• Comfortable working in interfaith or multicultural environments.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Experience or training in grief support and bereavement counseling preferred.
• Demonstrates deep empathy and a compassionate approach to end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spiritual assessments within five days of patient admission.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care into the plan of care.
• Provide spiritual support to patients and families in alignment with beliefs and preferences.
• Serve as liaison with community clergy or faith leaders when requested.
• Offer prayers, services, and rituals for comfort and peace.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation (assessments, visit notes).
• Participate in IDG and QAPI meetings.
• Support Phoenix staff and participate in bereavement services as needed.
• Develop and oversee bereavement program and follow-up care plans for families.
• Coordinate bereavement support for up to 13 months after a patient's death.
• Lead funeral or memorial services upon request.
• Pursue ongoing professional education.

Skills

Empathy

Interfaith sensitivity

Communication skills

Education

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) unit

Theology/Divinity degree

Ordination/credentialing

Job description

Now Hiring: Hospice Chaplain

Location: Topeka, KS
Company: Phoenix Home Care and Hospice

Your Calling. Our Mission. A Powerful Partnership.

At Phoenix Home Care and Hospice, we believe that exceptional end-of-life care is rooted in compassion, respect, and the deep understanding of each individual's spiritual journey. We are seeking a Hospice Chaplain to join our dedicated team in Topeka, KS—a professional who is not only spiritually grounded, but also emotionally present and attuned to the unique needs of each patient and family we serve. This role also serves as our Bereavement Coordinator, supporting families through grief before and after the loss of a loved one.

If you feel called to provide spiritual and emotional support during life's most sacred moments, we invite you to Come Soar with Phoenix.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct a thorough spiritual assessment within five (5) days of patient admission.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care into the overall plan of care.
• Provide spiritual support to patients and families in alignment with their beliefs and preferences.
• Serve as a liaison with community clergy or faith leaders when requested.
• Offer prayer, worship services, and rituals that bring comfort and peace.
• Keep accurate, timely clinical documentation, including assessments and visit notes.
• Participate in IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and QAPI (Quality Assurance) meetings.
• Offer spiritual support to Phoenix staff and participate in bereavement services as needed.
• Develop and oversee the bereavement program, including risk assessments and individualized follow-up care plans for grieving families.
• Coordinate and provide bereavement support to families for up to 13 months following a patient's death, including phone calls, mailings, and support groups.
• Lead funeral or memorial services upon request.
• Continue professional growth through ongoing education, conferences, and self-study.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ordained, commissioned, or credentialed according to the standards of a recognized religious group.
• Completed at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• A degree in theology, divinity, or equivalent education from an accredited seminary.
• Comfortable and experienced working in interfaith or multicultural environments.
• Experience with hospice or palliative care strongly preferred.
• Experience or training in grief support and bereavement counseling preferred.
• A deep sense of empathy and a true heart for those facing end-of-life transitions.

Why Choose Phoenix?

• Mission-driven work grounded in Christ-like values of compassion, honesty, and patience.
• A supportive and purpose-filled work environment.
• Opportunities to grow spiritually and professionally.
• Be part of a team that honors and uplifts every individual's journey.

We’re taking the journey with you — creating New Beginnings, together.