Part-Time Hospice Chaplain & Spiritual Care Coordinator

Vitality Hospice; Richboro (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tapcheck – Same-Day Pay Available

Highest Mileage Reimbursement in the A

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Scheduling

Monthly Staff Appreciation & Raffles

Bonuses & Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement Opportunities

Friendly, Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a part-time Spiritual Care Coordinator (Chaplain) to join a compassionate team. This role provides patient-centered spiritual care to hospice patients, families, and caregivers, collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure culturally sensitive care in line with hospice philosophy and regulatory standards.

The position involves on-the-road work with evening, weekend, and on-call rotations as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (B.D., M.Div., or equivalent), or degree in counseling, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with death and dying.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfort working in an interfaith, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual needs and provide supportive spiritual care to patients and families.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized spiritual care plans.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate holistic care.
• Participate in IDT meetings and care plan reviews.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to staff regarding spiritual care.
• Coordinate with clergy, faith leaders, and community spiritual resources as requested.
• Conduct pre-bereavement and bereavement assessments, visits, and follow-ups.
• Facilitate or conduct funeral and memorial services for patients, families, facilities, and staff as requested.
• Network with faith communities to educate on hospice philosophy.
• Supervise spiritual care volunteers as assigned.
• Manage caseload, scheduling, and travel efficiently.
• Respond flexibly to unscheduled events, admissions, or emergencies.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal, and Medicare regulations.
• Participate in evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations as required.
• Maintain professional, ethical conduct and regular attendance.

Skills

Strong communication

Planning

Organizational skills

Independent work

Self-directed

Education

Seminary/theology degree or counseling degree

Job description

Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a part-time Spiritual Care Coordinator (Chaplain) to join a compassionate team. This role provides patient-centered spiritual care to hospice patients, families, and caregivers, collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure culturally sensitive care in line with hospice philosophy and regulatory standards.

The position involves on-the-road work with evening, weekend, and on-call rotations as required.