Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator

San Diego • Oceanside, CA

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About The Position

Salus Hospice is seeking a compassionate Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator to provide spiritual care, emotional support, and grief counseling to patients and families throughout the hospice journey. The role provides spiritual and emotional support, bereavement services, and referrals while collaborating with the hospice team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. The position requires regular travel to patient locations.

Requirements

• Experience in chaplaincy, geriatrics, hospice, end-of-life care, or supporting patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses and death.
• Ability to remain open, flexible, and respectful while providing ecumenical spiritual care.
• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
• Willingness to travel regularly to patient locations.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology.
• Appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
• Two years of hospice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete spiritual assessments within required timeframes, including assessment of spiritual and emotional factors related to the patient’s condition.
• Provide individual and family support through spiritual needs assessments and counseling.
• Attend interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings regularly.
• Develop, implement, and revise care plans based on changing patient and family needs.
• Provide spiritual care resources and referrals to clergy representing diverse religions and faith traditions.
• Provide bereavement support and grief counseling to families before and after a patient’s passing.
• Coordinate bereavement follow-up services and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with the hospice team to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Travel regularly to patient locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed