Now Hiring: Hospice Chaplain
Location: Waterville/Bangor
Organization: Andwell Health Partners
Position Type: Per Diem
At Andwell Health Partners, we believe hospice care is about more than comfort—it’s about connection, dignity, and honoring each person’s journey. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing life-limiting illness.
Position Summary:
As a vital member of our interdisciplinary hospice team, the Hospice Chaplain offers non-denominational spiritual care, grief support, and guidance tailored to each patient’s beliefs, values, and cultural background. This role is central to delivering holistic, person-centered care in homes, long-term care facilities, and other settings where patients reside.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide spiritual counseling, comfort, and presence to patients and families
- Support individuals of all faiths, spiritual paths, or no religious affiliation
- Facilitate life review, legacy work, and end-of-life rituals as appropriate
- Collaborate closely with hospice nurses, social workers, aides, and volunteers
- Assist with bereavement support and family follow-up after death
- Document visits and assessments in the electronic health record
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Counseling, or related field
- Ordination or commissioning by a recognized religious body preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience in hospice, healthcare chaplaincy, or spiritual care
- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units strongly preferred
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills with a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Why Join Andwell Health Partners?
- Mission-driven work that truly makes a difference
- Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
- Select benefits available for Per Diem employees
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for continuing education
- A respectful, inclusive culture that honors both patients and staff
Be present. Be compassionate. Be part of something meaningful.
Join Andwell Health Partners and help bring peace and support to individuals at life’s most profound moments.
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Waterville, ME 04901 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Waterville, ME 04901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
