Chaplain (Hospice)
Hospice of New Mexico•Las Cruces, NM
•$28 - $30
About The Position
Hospice of New Mexico is seeking a per-diem Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families in the Las Cruces coverage area. As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, the Chaplain provides spiritual care, grief support, and emotional guidance while honoring all faiths, traditions, and beliefs. The role supports the organization’s holistic approach to end-of-life care, promoting comfort, dignity, and compassionate presence for patients, families, and caregivers.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree), appropriate certification in pastoral ministry, or equivalent experience.
- Comfort working in interfaith settings and accepting diverse beliefs.
- Ability to handle the stress associated with ministering to patients and loved ones experiencing pain, suffering, death, and grief.
- Computer proficiency, including typing and use of various programs; background in EMR.
- Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is strongly preferred.
- Experience providing spiritual care in a hospice, hospital, or community health setting is strongly preferred.
- Spanish-speaking skills are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assess and address patients’ and families’ spiritual and emotional needs as part of the interdisciplinary care plan.
- Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and guidance to individuals and families of all faiths and belief systems.
- Offer grief and bereavement support throughout the hospice journey and following a loss.
- Collaborate with the Program Director and care team to coordinate spiritual care and provide holistic, compassionate support.
- Communicate with hospice staff and community partners to support continuity and quality of care.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and agency policies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
