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Swan Hospice

Hospice RN

Toms River, NJ

Swan Hospice is actively seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team in Central New Jersey. We ... Teaches, supervises, and counsels the patient, family members, and staff regarding nursing care and ...

Georgia Hospice Care

Hospice Liaison

Valdosta, GA · On-site

Join our team as a Hospice Account Executive , where your ability to build trusted relationships ... Mental Health & Counseling Programs * Financial and Legal Assistance Programs * Virtual Health ...

Gentiva Hospice

Social Worker MSW Hospice

Carroll, IA · On-site

As a Hospice Social Worker (MSW), You Will: • Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the ... counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient ...

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How much do hospice counseling jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospice counseling in the United States is $73,195.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospice counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospice Counselor, you need a background in counseling, psychology, or social work, often with a relevant degree and licensure such as LCSW or LPC. Familiarity with electronic health records, grief assessment tools, and crisis intervention protocols is commonly required. Compassion, active listening, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for supporting patients and families through end-of-life challenges. These abilities ensure that emotional and psychosocial needs are met, fostering comfort and dignity during a critical time.

How to get a job in hospice counseling?

The qualifications you need for a hospice counseling job can vary with the position, but a background in hospice care is always beneficial. For entry-level positions, you may only need a bachelor’s degree, but you may need a master’s degree for advanced roles. You must also pursue certification in thanatology, which is the study of death and mourning. The Association for Death Education and Counseling offers an exam to obtain certification. Letters of reference are essential to the exam and the position. You can build your skills in hospice care through volunteer opportunities, which can help you build a resume at the same time.

What is hospice counseling?

Hospice counseling is a specialized form of emotional, psychological, and spiritual support provided to individuals facing terminal illness and their families. Hospice counselors help patients and loved ones cope with grief, anxiety, and the realities of end-of-life care. They also assist in addressing unresolved issues, facilitating communication, and providing resources to make the final stage of life as comfortable and meaningful as possible. The goal is to support both patients and their families during a difficult time, ensuring dignity and compassionate care.

What are some common challenges hospice counselors face, and how can they manage emotional stress in this role?

Hospice counselors frequently support patients and families coping with grief, loss, and end-of-life issues, which can be emotionally taxing. A common challenge is maintaining professional boundaries while providing compassionate care in emotionally charged situations. To manage stress, counselors often rely on regular supervision, peer support, and self-care practices such as mindfulness and debriefing sessions. Many hospice organizations also offer training and access to mental health resources to help counselors process their experiences and maintain resilience.
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Infographic showing various Hospice Counseling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 22% Full Time, and 78% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $73,195 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

PRN Certified Hospice Aide

St. David's Hospice & Family Care

Cedar Park, TX • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a PRN Certified Hospice Aide you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Hospice & Family Care which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group, works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient, as necessary, to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. Responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. 


What you will do in this role:



  • Performs personal care needs for assigned patient(s) and attends to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Hospice Director or Director of Clinical Services immediately

  • Responsible for observing the patient and reporting these observations; documents observations and care performed

  • Provides patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality


What qualifications you will need:


  • (DL) Driver License
  • High School Graduate / GED

No Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

Benefits

St. David's Hospice & Family Care, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Hospice & Family Care provides physical, emotional, and spiritual support for patients and families. We help navigate each step of their hospice journey. Our Care teams include physicians, nurses, therapists, hospice aides and social workers. Also, music therapists, spiritual counselors, volunteers and bereavement specialists are part of the care team. Our services include regular scheduled visits and on-call support. Patients can receive hospice care at home or a skilled nursing center. Hospice care is also available at an independent or assisted living community or a hospital. We are committed to ensuring our patients have the fullness of life, dignity and the respect they deserve. HCA Healthcare raises the bar on what comprehensive hospice care looks like. Just like family, we pull together to care for and support our patients and each other.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our PRN Certified Hospice Aide opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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