Hospice Chaplain | King County

Envision Hospice; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Envision Hospice in King County, Washington, is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families during end‑of‑life care. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to honor each life story with dignity and presence.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in divinity or theology, Board Certified Chaplain (BCC), CPE units, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) or equivalent certification from a recognized spiritual care organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units
• BLS certification
• Minimum of one year experience in hospice, palliative care, hospital, or healthcare chaplaincy preferred
• Experience working with terminally ill patients and families preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families
• Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG/IDT) meetings
• Offer grief support and bereavement services to families and caregivers
• Coordinate with community clergy and spiritual resources as appropriate
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during end‑of‑life transitions
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Support patients and families regardless of religious affiliation or beliefs
• Educate staff on spiritual care needs and cultural sensitivity

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

Master’s degree in divinity or Theology

Board Certified Chaplain (BCC)

CPE units

BLS certification

Job description

Join Our Hospice Care Team

At Envision Hospice, we believe patient care is about honoring life – every moment, every story, every individual. Serving communities across Washington, our team of dedicated professionals provides comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful journeys.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Chaplain to provide emotional and spiritual support to hospice patients and their families throughout end‑of‑life care. The Chaplain is an essential member of the interdisciplinary hospice team and supports patients of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate is empathetic, patient‑centered, and comfortable providing spiritual counseling, grief support, and compassionate presence during difficult transitions.

Compensation & Schedule

• Base hourly rate: $35.00–$38.00 per hour, based on direct hospice experience
• Flexible schedule available Monday–Sunday, with days and hours varying based on patient needs and census demands.

Job Type: Part‑time

Location: King County

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families
• Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG/IDT) meetings
• Offer grief support and bereavement services to families and caregivers
• Coordinate with community clergy and spiritual resources as appropriate
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during end‑of‑life transitions
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Support patients and families regardless of religious affiliation or beliefs
• Educate staff on spiritual care needs and cultural sensitivity

Requirements

• Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) or equivalent certification from a recognized spiritual care organization.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units
• BLS certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in hospice, palliative care, hospital, or healthcare chaplaincy preferred
• Experience working with terminally ill patients and families preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team