Per Diem Hospice Chaplain & Spiritual Counselor

Upland Hills Health; Dodgeville (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with matching dollars

Wellness center facilities access for 

Employer-sponsored events throughout 

Job summary

Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, WI is seeking a Hospice Chaplain and/or Spiritual Counselor to support patients and families across Home Health and Hospice. The role involves spiritual assessments, bereavement support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to tailor care plans. Per diem hours vary.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in theology-related fields, with a preferred Master's in Divinity and ordination. Experience in hospice care is desirable.

Qualifications

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to terminally ill patients and families.
• Chaplains may offer bereavement services and coordinate with other care team members.
• Must be ordained, commissioned, or endorsed by a recognized faith group.
• Completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred.
• Experience in hospice or healthcare chaplaincy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and spiritual counseling to patients and families in various care settings.
• Conduct spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Attend memorial services and support family members after a death.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to guide patient care.
• Submit written reports on patient interactions as needed.

Skills

Bereavement support

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Emotional counseling

Spiritual counseling

Education

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

Master's degree in Divinity (MDiv) or Theology or Pastoral Studies (preferred)

Job description

Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, WI is seeking a Hospice Chaplain and/or Spiritual Counselor to support patients and families across Home Health and Hospice. The role involves spiritual assessments, bereavement support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to tailor care plans. Per diem hours vary.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in theology-related fields, with a preferred Master's in Divinity and ordination. Experience in hospice care is desirable.