Hospice Chaplain

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay range (depending on experience): $28.89 - $35.36/hr.

Schedule/Shift: FT, M-F, Day Shift.

Territory/

Location:

East Bay Region.

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to hospice patients and their families.
• Conduct regular visits with patients, family members, and caregivers to assess spiritual needs.
• Offer prayer, counseling, and support based on the individual needs of patients and families.
• Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans.
• Support interdisciplinary team members by offering spiritual insight into patient care.
• Conduct memorial services, grief support groups, and other services as needed.
• Respect and honor diverse cultural, spiritual, and religious practices and traditions.
• Collaborate with social workers, nurses, physicians, and other care team members to ensure holistic care.
• Provide bereavement support to family’s post-death, including follow-up calls and visits.
• Maintain accurate documentation of spiritual care interactions and outcomes.

• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body.
• Previous experience in hospice, hospital, or pastoral care settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse religious, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.

We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.

Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

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