Hospice Chaplain/ Bereavement Coordinator

Health Link Home Health and Hospice Agency; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Autonomous field work

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A hospice care organization in San Francisco is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain & Bereavement Coordinator. The role involves providing spiritual guidance and emotional support to patients and families navigating end-of-life journeys. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees and experience in bereavement or hospice care. This position offers a flexible per diem schedule and opportunities for autonomous fieldwork.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting end-of-life care, bereavement, or hospice patients is preferred.
• Comfort working in an interfaith setting and care for individuals of all spiritual backgrounds.
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and bereavement support.
• Knowledge of grief counseling and hospice philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance and emotional support to patients and families.
• Offer bereavement counseling to loved ones before and after a patient’s passing.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver holistic care.
• Help families navigate grief and end-of-life transitions with compassion.

Skills

Spiritual guidance

Emotional support

Grief counseling

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or certification from an accredited seminary or school of theology

Job description

Overview

Hospice Chaplain & Bereavement Coordinator (Per Diem/Part-Time) at Health Link Home Health and Hospice Agency. Compassionate and skilled Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator to join our hospice team. Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families navigating the end-of-life journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance and emotional support to patients and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Offer bereavement counseling to loved ones before and after a patient’s passing.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver holistic care.
• Help individuals and families navigate grief, loss, and end-of-life transitions with compassion.

Qualifications

• Degree or certification from an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent) OR appropriate certification in hospital/pastoral ministry.
• Experience supporting end-of-life care, bereavement, or hospice patients (preferred).
• Comfort working in an interfaith setting; care to individuals of all spiritual backgrounds.
• Knowledge of grief counseling, bereavement support, and hospice philosophy.
• Team-oriented mindset; ability to collaborate with medical and support staff.

Why Join Health Link?

• Supportive Work Environment – collaborative team with experienced clinical and administrative professionals.
• Autonomous Field Work – back-office support; clinicians can work independently and remotely with seamless assistance.
• Mission-Driven Care – compassionate, patient-centered hospice care.
• Flexible Per Diem/Part-Time Schedule; Per Visit rate; Mileage Reimbursement.