Chaplain

Job Description Tides Hospice is seeking a compassionate, experienced Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor to provide spiritual care, emotional support, and bereavement services to hospice patients and their families throughout Southeastern Massachusetts.

This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) offering $30–$40 per hour, depending on experience.

If you have a passion for serving others during life’s most meaningful moments and enjoy working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, we encourage you to apply.

Position: Hospice Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor Company: Tides Hospice Job Type: Part-Time Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week Pay: $30.00–$40.00 per hour Service Area: Southeastern Massachusetts Travel: Local travel to patients’ homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings throughout Southeastern Massachusetts Job Responsibilities Provide compassionate spiritual care and emotional support to hospice patients and their families throughout the Tides Hospice service area in Southeastern Massachusetts.Assess patients’ spiritual needs and incorporate those needs into the hospice plan of care.Participate in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and collaborate with nurses, social workers, physicians, aides, and other hospice team members.Provide grief and bereavement support to families before and after the loss of a loved one.Coordinate spiritual services with community clergy and faith leaders according to each patient’s beliefs and preferences.Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.Conduct or assist with memorial services, funeral services, and other spiritual ceremonies when requested.Build relationships with clergy, faith communities, and community organizations throughout Southeastern Massachusetts to support patient care.Educate staff and community partners regarding spiritual care and end-of-life issues.Participate in on-call spiritual care coverage as needed.

RequiredGraduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology, or equivalent training in pastoral or hospital ministry.Certificate or degree in Pastoral Ministry, Divinity, Theology, or a related field.Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.Respect for diverse religious, spiritual, and cultural beliefs.PreferredTwo or more years of experience as a Hospice Chaplain, Hospital Chaplain, Spiritual Counselor, Pastoral Counselor, or similar role.Experience providing direct patient care within the past three years.Experience working in hospice, home health, palliative care, hospital, or healthcare settings.Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Physical RequirementsAbility to travel throughout the Tides Hospice service area in Southeastern Massachusetts.Ability to walk, bend, kneel and reach.Ability to work in home healthcare and facility environments.Must meet all required health screenings, including annual TB testing and other state-required requirements.Why Join Tides Hospice?

At Tides Hospice, we believe compassionate care includes supporting the emotional and spiritual well-being of every patient and family we serve throughout Southeastern Massachusetts.

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Compensation details: 30-40 Hourly Wage PIa0f02618f850-25405-40980845