Spiritual Care Counselor

Central Coast VNA & Hospice (VNA) is experiencing tremendous growth in our hospice and palliative care programs, and we are excited to expand our team by seeking a Spiritual Care Counselor to support patients and families with compassionate spiritual and emotional care. For more than 74 years, VNA has delivered team-driven home health, palliative, and hospice services across the Central Coast from rehabilitation and chronic disease management to comfort care at life’s end always grounded in dignity, respect, and individualized care plans. As a nonprofit rooted in community trust, we remain committed to reinvesting in clinical excellence, family support, and accessible community health services for our community.

Job Summary: The Spiritual Care Counselor leads and delivers a comprehensive Spiritual Care Program for hospice home care patients and families. This role provides compassionate, individualized spiritual support, collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary care team (IDT), and works in partnership with patients’ faith leaders when requested. The Counselor also serves as a resource for ethical reflection, community education, and the development of volunteer chaplaincy services.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families facing serious illness, death, and bereavement
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care
• Coordinate spiritual care with patient’s pastors, clergy, or faith leaders as appropriate
• Offer guidance and recommendations related to ethical questions and care decisions

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent graduate-level education in pastoral care or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in pastoral counseling or spiritual care
• Knowledge of end-of-life care, grief, loss, and the dying process
• Ability to provide spiritual care across diverse beliefs, cultures and traditions

Special Requirements:

• Current driver’s license
• Auto insurance
• Reliable vehicle

Joining VNA means becoming part of a trusted, mission-driven organization with more than 74 years of community-based service.  We are dedicated to supporting our employees with meaningful professional growth opportunities, a collaborative environment, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.

The compensation range for this role is determined by factors such as location and required skills. The salary range provided reflects the lowest to highest amount we reasonably anticipate paying for this position at the time of posting.  Compensation is influenced by labor market conditions and various factors, including but not limited to: prevailing minimum wage in the area, relevant education, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, sales or revenue targets, and business needs.  It is not typical for a new hire to be offered the highest end of the salary range.  Pay decisions are based on the unique circumstances of each candidate and position.  

In addition to competitive compensation, VNA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• 403(b) plan
• A $35 monthly premium for employee-only medical coverage or other options available

We are proud to provide a workplace where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community we serve.  Please visit www.ccvna.com to apply, we look forward to welcoming the next dedicated professional to our team.