Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator to provide spiritual support, counseling, and bereavement services to patients, families, and the community. This role is vital in fostering emotional well-being during difficult times, offering guidance rooted in faith and compassion. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and crisis intervention skills, with a commitment to enhancing the quality of hospice care through spiritual and emotional support.

Duties

• Provide spiritual care and counseling to patients of diverse faith backgrounds, ensuring comfort and peace during end-of-life stages.
• Lead bereavement support groups and facilitate individual counseling sessions for grieving families.
• Develop and implement educational programs, workshops, and seminars on topics related to grief, healing, and spiritual wellness.
• Offer crisis intervention services to patients and families experiencing acute emotional distress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice teams to integrate spiritual care into overall patient care plans.
• Conduct public speaking engagements and presentations to community groups about hospice services, grief management, and spiritual health.
• Mentor staff members and volunteers in providing compassionate care and effective communication strategies.
• Manage event planning for memorial services, remembrance events, and community outreach initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions and support activities in compliance with organizational policies.

Experience

• Proven experience in hospice care or palliative settings with a focus on spiritual support or chaplaincy.
• Strong background in bereavement support, crisis management, Christian counseling, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in teaching, mentoring, or supervising staff or volunteers.
• Excellent public speaking, presentation skills, and the ability to communicate complex emotional topics effectively.
• Skilled in event planning, conflict management, crisis intervention, and crisis management techniques.
• Exceptional writing skills for developing educational materials, reports, and support resources.
• Prior experience in community outreach or public engagement is preferred. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by guiding individuals through their most challenging moments with compassion and professionalism.

Pay: $ $75.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75