Hospice Chaplain Kane/DuPage/McHenry /Cook Counties

Solace Hospice & Pallative Care Inc; Lombard (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

Solace Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. in Saint Charles, IL is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to join our care team.

You will provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families at life's most profound moments, respecting diverse faith backgrounds and beliefs. Responsibilities include bedside visits, end-of-life rituals, collaboration with nurses, social workers, and physicians, and documenting spiritual care plans.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care or related field preferred.
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) or APC/NACC eligibility preferred.
• 1–2 years of clinical chaplaincy experience, preferably in hospice or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families.
• Conduct bedside visits, memorials, and end-of-life rituals per patient wishes.
• Collaborate with the care team to address holistic patient needs.
• Document spiritual needs, goals, and care plans in medical records.
• Offer bereavement support to grieving families.
• Coordinate with community clergy for requested services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.

Skills

Interfaith care

Compassionate demeanor

Interpersonal communication

Non-judgmental

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Divinity / Theology / Pastoral Care

Job description

About the Role:

Solace Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Chaplain to join our care team in Saint Charles, IL. In this meaningful role, you will provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families during life's most profound moments. If you are called to serve others with empathy, dignity, and grace, we invite you to be part of our mission.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized spiritual care and emotional support to hospice patients and their families across diverse faith backgrounds
• Conduct bedside visits, memorial services, and end-of-life rituals in accordance with patient and family wishes
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team — including nurses, social workers, and physicians — to address holistic patient needs
• Assess and document spiritual needs, goals, and care plans within the patient's medical record
• Offer bereavement support and follow-up counseling to grieving families after the loss of a loved one
• Coordinate with community clergy and faith leaders to facilitate patient-requested religious services
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care, or a related field preferred
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) credential or eligibility through APC, NACC, or equivalent organization preferred
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical chaplaincy experience, preferably in hospice, palliative care, or healthcare settings
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units completed (minimum 1-2 units required)
• Ability to provide non-judgmental, interfaith spiritual care to patients of all beliefs and backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a calm, compassionate demeanor
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for patient home visits in the Saint Charles, IL area

About Us:

Solace Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. is a trusted provider of end-of-life care in the Saint Charles, IL community, dedicated to bringing comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families during their most vulnerable times. Our patients and families choose us for our deeply personal approach and unwavering commitment to compassionate care. Our team members thrive in a supportive, mission-driven environment where every role — including yours — truly makes a difference.

Flexible work from home options available.