Part-Time Hospice Chaplain: Comfort & Grief Support

Lighthouse Hospice NJ; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Career Path Program

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Discounts

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Matching

Clinical Onboarding

Job summary

Lighthouse Hospice NJ is seeking a Part-Time Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families across Mercer, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. The role involves interfaith care, grief support, and collaboration with the care team in a hospice setting.

Ideal candidates hold seminary or theology degrees, with CPE and hospice experience preferred. The position offers up to 20 hours per week with a supportive, mission-driven team and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent).
• Minimum of one unit of CPE strongly preferred.
• Comfortable working in interfaith settings and diverse beliefs.
• Experience in hospice, hospital, or community health setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families with the care team.
• Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and guidance for all faiths.
• Offer grief and bereavement support during and after hospice journey.
• Collaborate with Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care.
• Communicate with hospice staff and partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain timely documentation per regulatory standards.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Seminary degree

CPE certification

Interfaith experience

Hospice/healthcare experience

Job description

Lighthouse Hospice NJ is seeking a Part-Time Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families across Mercer, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. The role involves interfaith care, grief support, and collaboration with the care team in a hospice setting.

Ideal candidates hold seminary or theology degrees, with CPE and hospice experience preferred. The position offers up to 20 hours per week with a supportive, mission-driven team and competitive benefits.