Hospice Spiritual Counselor

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Position:
Hospice Spiritual Counselor Type:
Part Time Pay: $30 - $33 / Hour Per Visit

Location:

Socorro, NM

Luna Del Valle Hospice – Where Compassion Meets Care

About Us

At Luna Del Valle Hospice, we are proud to be a 100% locally owned and operated hospice, founded and led by healthcare professionals who are deeply rooted in the Albuquerque, NM community. Our mission is to provide holistic, compassionate end-of-life care that honors the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of each patient and their loved ones.

We believe that true hospice care nurtures the body, mind, and spirit—and we are seeking a Part-Time Spiritual Counselor to join our caring, interdisciplinary team. If you have a heart for service and a calling to guide others through one of life’s most sacred journeys, we would love to hear from you.

Position Overview

As a Hospice Spiritual Counselor, you will provide essential spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, caregivers, and staff. You will help individuals of all faith backgrounds—or no faith at all—find peace, comfort, and meaning at the end of life. You will also serve as a resource to local clergy, community partners, and the broader care team.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate spiritual counseling to patients, families, and caregivers

Honor and support each patient’s spiritual beliefs, traditions, and needs

Contact and collaborate with patients' clergy (with consent) and coordinate with community spiritual leaders

Offer funeral or memorial services when requested

Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with bereavement and volunteer teams

Assist in staff and volunteer training related to spiritual care

Provide spiritual support to hospice staff and volunteers as needed

Complete documentation accurately and timely in accordance with hospice policies

Participate in on-call rotation and make scheduled visits to homes or facilities

Uphold patient dignity and advocate for their spiritual preferences and wishes

What You Bring

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in the pastoral field

3+ years preferred, particularly in end-of-life or healthcare settings

Education & Credentials:

Licensed or ordained clergy in the state of New Mexico

Master of Divinity degree or equivalent.

Completion of 4 Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units preferred

Valid driver’s license and proof of current auto liability insurance

Skills & Qualities:

Deep empathy and emotional intelligence

Ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Cooperative, team-oriented attitude

High level of discretion, professionalism, and spiritual sensitivity

Why Join LDV Hospice?

Meaningful work that touches lives on a deep level

Supportive, collaborative team culture

Low-stress, patient-centered care environment

Nights and weekends off unless otherwise requested

Opportunities to serve both patients and the wider community

If you’re called to serve those in life’s final chapter with grace, presence, and compassion, we invite you to apply today. Please send us your resume to apply!