Part-Time 24 Hours Hospice Chaplain

Trinity Health At Home; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Short- and long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan with employer a

Generous paid time off + 7 paid holid

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/yea

Comprehensive onboarding and orientat

Live Your Whole Life Incentive Program

Job summary

Holy Cross Home Care and Hospice (Maryland), part of Trinity Health At Home, is seeking a Part-time Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual care to patients, families and staff in the local ministry. You’ll focus on spiritual distress, grief support, crisis intervention, and faith-based care within a hospice setting.

As a member of the care team, you will develop and participate in spiritual care programs, collaborate with faith leaders from diverse traditions, and help ensure compassionate,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement by a recognized faith group or denomination.
• Experience in spiritual care, chaplaincy, or pastoral counseling, preferably in a hospice or healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of and respect for diverse cultural and religious traditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Board Certification (e.g., BCCI, APC, or equivalent).
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) training or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or end-of-life settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care to patients, families, and staff in hospice settings.
• Develops, conducts, and participates in programs of spiritual care.
• Collaborate with faith leaders from diverse traditions to integrate spiritual care.
• Respond to spiritual distress, grief support, crisis intervention, and end-of-life care needs.
• Maintain compassionate, patient-centered care within a clinical team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Cultural competence

Pastoral counseling

Education

Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or related field

Board Certification (e.g., BCCI, APC, or equivalent)

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) training or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Part‑Time Hospice Chaplain

Build a Career. Make a Difference. Love Where You Work.

As a Hospice Chaplain, you’ll provide Spiritual Care within his/her local ministry, addressing the spiritual needs of patients, participants, residents, families, and colleagues, with a particular focus on spiritual distress, grief support, crisis intervention, and support during significant life changes. As a fully integrated member of the health care team with professional expertise in Spiritual Care, works alongside other care givers, responding specifically to the spiritual needs of those served. Develops, conducts, and participates in programs of spiritual care to promote healthy communities and sacred environments while facilitating the inclusion of faith leaders from churches, synagogues, and mosques, etc. in the provision of Spiritual Care for their members, as appropriate.

Why Join Us?

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.

We don’t just offer jobs; we build careers. Many of our chaplains stay with us long‑term because they feel supported, valued and empowered to grow. If you’re looking for stability, professional development and purposeful work, you’ve found it.

What You Can Expect

• Consistent & Reliable Workloads - Predictable schedules with steady assignments—no scrambling for hours.

• Competitive Pay + Low-Cost Benefits - Strong compensation paired with affordable medical, dental, vision, retirement options and more. And your benefits begin on your first day!

• Supportive, Clinical-Led Leadership - Accessible managers who understand the field and have your back.

• Real Career Growth Opportunities - Nearly every leader here started in a field role-advance clinically or step into leadership.

• Epic EHR System - Efficient documentation and seamless care coordination—less time charting, more time caring.

• Fast, Respectful Hiring Process - Quick interviews and timely offers because your time deserves respect.

• Meaningful 1:1 Patient Care - Build real relationships and see the direct impact of your work every day.

Benefits Highlights

• Pay Range $26.59 - $42.55 per hour (based on years of experience, skillset, etc.)

• Medical, dental and vision insurance starting Day One

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year

• Comprehensive onboarding and orientation

• Live Your Whole Life Incentive Program – earn premium discounts for completing wellness activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Ordination or endorsement by a recognized faith group or denomination.

• Experience in spiritual care, chaplaincy, or pastoral counseling, preferably in a hospice or healthcare setting.

• Strong understanding of and respect for diverse cultural and religious traditions.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Board Certification (e.g., BCCI, APC, or equivalent).

• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) training or equivalent experience.

• Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or end-of-life settings.

About Holy Cross Home Care and Hospice (Maryland)

Holy Cross Home Care and Hospice is a member of Trinity Health At Home, a national home care, hospice and palliative care organization serving communities across 11 states.

As a faith-based, not‑for‑profit agency, we are committed to caring for patients and families in the place they feel most comfortable—at home. Our services include skilled nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy and medical social work.

We are:

Medicare‑Certified

Joint Commission Accredited

Named a Reputation.com 800 Award Winner 2026

Learn more at HCHomeCareHospice.org.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.