Per Diem Hospice Chaplain — Spiritual Care & Bereavement

Health Care Connectors; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Part time

Job summary

Health Care Connectors in Greenwich, CT is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain (Per Diem) to join our hospice team. The Chaplain provides spiritual, emotional, and bereavement support to patients and families, respecting beliefs, values, and cultural traditions.

The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care, conducts spiritual assessments, develops care plans, offers faith-based support, and documents visits per hospice regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Care, Religious Studies, or related field
• Ordination or equivalent recognized by faith tradition, if applicable
• Experience providing spiritual care in hospice, home health, hospital, or healthcare settings preferred
• Knowledge of end-of-life care, grief, bereavement, and hospice philosophy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual assessments for hospice patients and their families based on individual beliefs, values, and preferences
• Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans as part of the interdisciplinary plan of care
• Offer spiritual counseling, prayer, rituals, and other faith-based or non-denominational support as requested
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers coping with serious illness and end-of-life issues
• Assist patients and families in finding meaning, hope, comfort, and peace during the hospice journey
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with nurses, social workers, physicians, and other hospice staff
• Provide bereavement support and resources to families before and after a patient's passing
• Document spiritual care visits and maintain accurate, timely patient records in accordance with hospice regulations
• Support hospice staff through education, consultation, and compassionate presence when needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies and regulatory requirements

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Spiritual care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theology/Divinity/Pastoral Care/Religious Studies or related field

Master of Divinity preferred

Job description

Health Care Connectors in Greenwich, CT is seeking a compassionate Hospice Chaplain (Per Diem) to join our hospice team. The Chaplain provides spiritual, emotional, and bereavement support to patients and families, respecting beliefs, values, and cultural traditions.

The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care, conducts spiritual assessments, develops care plans, offers faith-based support, and documents visits per hospice regulations.