Part-time Chaplain, Hospice Care

Job Description
Job Description Description: Hospice Chaplain
Location: King County
Schedule: Part-Time
Compensation: $35.00 - $38.00 hourly

Join Our Hospice Care Team
At Envision Hospice, we believe patient care is about honoring life - every moment, every story, every individual. Serving communities across Washington, our team of dedicated professionals provides comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful journeys.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Chaplain to provide emotional and spiritual support to hospice patients and their families throughout end-of-life care. The Chaplain is an essential member of the interdisciplinary hospice team and supports patients of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate is empathetic, patient-centered, and comfortable providing spiritual counseling, grief support, and compassionate presence during difficult transitions.

Compensation & Schedule

• Base hourly rate: $35.00–$38.00 per hour, based on direct hospice experience
• Flexible schedule available Monday–Sunday, with days and hours varying based on patient needs and census demands.

Primary Responsibilities
Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and families
Complete spiritual assessments and develop individualized plans of care
Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG/IDT) meetings
Offer grief support and bereavement services to families and caregivers
Coordinate with community clergy and spiritual resources as appropriate
Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during end-of-life transitions
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Support patients and families regardless of religious affiliation or beliefs
Educate staff on spiritual care needs and cultural sensitivity
Requirements:
Master’s degree in divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) or equivalent certification from a recognized spiritual care organization.
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units
BLS certification
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
Minimum of one (1) year experience in hospice, palliative care, hospital, or healthcare chaplaincy preferred
Experience working with terminally ill patients and families preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team