Spiritual Care Counselor
Big Bend Hospice Β· bigbendhospice.org
Tallahassee
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The job in short
A full-time Behavioral Health / Therapist role at Big Bend Hospice in Tallahassee. Skills mentioned: Clinical.
Clinical
Details
- Found
- 7 d ago Β· posted 2026-11-06
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL, USA
- Pay (as listed)
- $55,000β$60,000 a year
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Tallahassee Florida - Tallahassee, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $55000.00 - $60000.00, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Day,
π Spiritual Care Counselor
Make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate spiritual care and support to hospice patients and their loved ones during life's most important moments.
π What You'll Do
π Assess and address the spiritual needs of patients and families
π Provide spiritual counseling, emotional support, and end-of-life guidance
βͺ Coordinate clergy visits, sacramental rites, and faith-based resources as requested
π€ Collaborate with nurses, social workers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team
π Develop care plans and maintain accurate, timely documentation
ποΈ Support patients and families through illness, death, and bereavement
π€ Officiate funerals, memorial services, and celebrations of life when requested
π Build relationships with faith leaders and community organizations throughout our service area
βοΈ Participate in evening and weekend on-call coverage as scheduled
π― What We're Looking For
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Strong counseling and interpersonal skills
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Ability to provide compassionate support to individuals from diverse faiths, cultures, and backgrounds
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Excellent communication, organization, and documentation abilities
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
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Commitment to maintaining professional and ethical boundaries
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Passion for serving patients and families facing end-of-life challenges
Schedule - Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm (some nights/weekends (due to on-call rotation).
Qualifications: π― Qualifications & Requirements
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Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills
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Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, faith traditions, and healthcare settings
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities
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Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
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Knowledge of end-of-life care principles, spiritual care practices, and hospice philosophy
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other healthcare software
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Valid Florida Driver's License and ability to travel throughout the service area
π Education & Experience
π Master's Degree in Divinity or a related theological discipline from an accredited seminary or theological school
π Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) required; additional CPE training preferred
βͺ Three or more years of pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or spiritual care experience
π₯ Hospice, palliative care, or hospital chaplain experience strongly preferred
π€ Denominational endorsement or faith community affiliation preferred
πͺ Work Environment & Physical Requirements
π Travel throughout the community to patient homes, healthcare facilities, hospitals, and other care settings
π» Regular use of computers, electronic medical records, and other office technology
π Ability to complete documentation and administrative responsibilities in a timely manner
π‘ Ability to navigate a variety of patient care environments with professionalism and sensitivity
π¦ Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed
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