What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Chaplain position at Phoenix Home Care and Hospice?
Now Hiring: Hospice Chaplain
Location: Topeka, KS
Company: Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
Your Calling. Our Mission. A Powerful Partnership.
At Phoenix Home Care and Hospice, we believe that exceptional end-of-life care is rooted in compassion, respect, and the deep understanding of each individual's spiritual journey. We are seeking a Hospice Chaplain to join our dedicated team in Topeka, KS—a professional who is not only spiritually grounded, but also emotionally present and attuned to the unique needs of each patient and family we serve. This role also serves as our Bereavement Coordinator, supporting families through grief before and after the loss of a loved one.
If you feel called to provide spiritual and emotional support during life's most sacred moments, we invite you to Come Soar with Phoenix.
What You'll Do:
- Conduct a thorough spiritual assessment within five (5) days of patient admission.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care into the overall plan of care.
- Provide spiritual support to patients and families in alignment with their beliefs and preferences.
- Serve as a liaison with community clergy or faith leaders when requested.
- Offer prayer, worship services, and rituals that bring comfort and peace.
- Keep accurate, timely clinical documentation, including assessments and visit notes.
- Participate in IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and QAPI (Quality Assurance) meetings.
- Offer spiritual support to Phoenix staff and participate in bereavement services as needed.
- Develop and oversee the bereavement program, including risk assessments and individualized follow-up care plans for grieving families.
- Coordinate and provide bereavement support to families for up to 13 months following a patient's death, including phone calls, mailings, and support groups.
- Lead funeral or memorial services upon request.
- Continue professional growth through ongoing education, conferences, and self-study.
What We're Looking For:
- Ordained, commissioned, or credentialed according to the standards of a recognized religious group.
- Completed at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
- A degree in theology, divinity, or equivalent education from an accredited seminary.
- Comfortable and experienced working in interfaith or multicultural environments.
- Experience with hospice or palliative care strongly preferred.
- Experience or training in grief support and bereavement counseling preferred.
- A deep sense of empathy and a true heart for those facing end-of-life transitions.
Why Choose Phoenix?
- Mission-driven work grounded in Christ-like values of compassion, honesty, and patience.
- A supportive and purpose-filled work environment.
- Opportunities to grow spiritually and professionally.
- Be part of a team that honors and uplifts every individual's journey.
We're taking the journey with you — creating New Beginnings, together.
Apply today and see why so many call Phoenix Home.