Hospice Chaplain | Part Time

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

About The Position

Midland Care Connection Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization in Topeka, Kansas, dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, it offers a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and its signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas. Center for Hope & Healing Midland Care Connection’s Center for Hope & Healing provides compassionate grief and loss support for individuals, families, and children coping with the death of a loved one. The program offers individual and group counseling, family support, and specialized services such as children’s grief groups, Healing Hearts Grief Camp, and seasonal programs like Surviving the Holidays. Many services are offered at no cost or on a sliding fee scale, with care provided by trained professionals in a supportive, healing environment. Hospice Chaplain A chaplain at Midland Care Connection’s Center for Hope & Healing provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support to individuals and families grieving the loss of a loved one. The chaplain listens, offers presence and guidance, and supports people of all faiths or no faith through counseling, grief groups, and memorial or healing activities. They work as part of an interdisciplinary team to help clients find meaning, hope, and comfort while respecting each person’s beliefs, values, and unique grieving process. Hours Monday - Friday | 20/hours a week On Call Shifts | 3 or 4 times a month

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in theology, divinity, pastoral care, counseling, or a related field
Demonstrated experience providing spiritual care, grief support, or counseling
Ability to support individuals of diverse faith backgrounds and those with no religious affiliation
Strong active listening, empathy, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience working with individuals and families coping with grief and loss
Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries

Nice To Haves

Master of Divinity (MDiv) or related advanced degree
Board certification or eligibility through a recognized chaplaincy organization (e.g., APC, NACC)
Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or bereavement services
Experience facilitating grief support groups, including for children and families
Training in grief counseling, trauma-informed care, or bereavement support
Familiarity with community resources and end-of-life care practices
Experience leading memorial services, rituals, or healing ceremonies
Cultural competency and experience working with diverse populations

Responsibilities

provide compassionate spiritual and emotional support to individuals and families grieving the loss of a loved one
listens, offers presence and guidance, and supports people of all faiths or no faith through counseling, grief groups, and memorial or healing activities
work as part of an interdisciplinary team to help clients find meaning, hope, and comfort while respecting each person’s beliefs, values, and unique grieving process

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
Uniform Allowance Program