What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Spiritual Counselor position at Luna Del Valle HCS?
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Position: Spiritual Counselor – Hospice
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $30–$33 per visit
Service Area: Grants, NM
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $30–$33 per visit
Service Area: Grants, NM
🌙 Luna Del Valle Hospice – Providing Care with Heart and Meaning
About Luna Del Valle Hospice
Luna Del Valle Hospice is a locally owned and operated organization based in Albuquerque, NM, founded by healthcare professionals dedicated to comprehensive, person-centered hospice care. We are deeply committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient and family we serve.
Luna Del Valle Hospice is a locally owned and operated organization based in Albuquerque, NM, founded by healthcare professionals dedicated to comprehensive, person-centered hospice care. We are deeply committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient and family we serve.
Our care model embraces the whole person—and now, we’re looking for a Part-Time Spiritual Counselor to join our interdisciplinary team. If you are driven by a sense of service and a passion for supporting others through life’s final journey, we would be honored to connect with you.
Role Description:
As a Spiritual Counselor with LDV Hospice, you’ll offer meaningful spiritual guidance and emotional care to patients, their families, caregivers, and staff. This role involves supporting individuals from all spiritual paths—including those without a religious affiliation—and helping them find peace, meaning, and comfort during the end-of-life process.
As a Spiritual Counselor with LDV Hospice, you’ll offer meaningful spiritual guidance and emotional care to patients, their families, caregivers, and staff. This role involves supporting individuals from all spiritual paths—including those without a religious affiliation—and helping them find peace, meaning, and comfort during the end-of-life process.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide supportive, non-judgmental spiritual care to patients and their families
- Respect and uphold each individual’s beliefs, rituals, and faith traditions
- Collaborate with patients’ clergy or connect them with appropriate community spiritual leaders
- Conduct or assist with memorial services, blessings, or end-of-life rituals upon request
- Attend interdisciplinary care meetings and contribute to holistic care planning
- Offer education and support to staff and volunteers regarding spiritual care topics
- Maintain clear, timely documentation in line with hospice protocols
- Conduct scheduled visits and participate in the spiritual care on-call rotation
- Provide emotional and spiritual support to fellow team members when needed
Qualifications & Experience:
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years in pastoral care or spiritual counseling (3 years in hospice or healthcare preferred)
Education:
- Master of Divinity or a comparable theological degree
- Ordination or licensure as clergy in New Mexico
- Completion of 4 CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) units strongly preferred
Additional Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license and current auto liability insurance
- Ability to serve patients in homes, facilities, and other care settings
Key Attributes:
- A calm and compassionate presence
- Sensitivity to diverse cultural and religious backgrounds
- Clear and empathetic communication skills
- Reliable, organized, and self-directed
- Strong teamwork and collaborative mindset
Why Work with Luna Del Valle Hospice?
- Deeply rewarding work that nurtures the human spirit
- Supportive and mission-driven work environment
- Flexible scheduling with limited night/weekend requirements
- Opportunities to impact not only patients but also their families and the broader community
If you feel called to walk beside others during life’s most sacred moments, we invite you to apply and become a valued part of the LDV Hospice team.
🌐 Learn more or apply today at www.ldvhospice.com
Luna Del Valle Hospice – Where Compassion Meets Care
Luna Del Valle Hospice – Where Compassion Meets Care
Salary : $30 - $33