PRN Hospice Chaplain | Waxahachie / Ennis, TX

Cadre Hospice · Waxahachie, TX Prn
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Job Description

Cadre Hospice is redefining what the end-of-life experience can and should be. We believe every patient deserves world class care that honors their dignity, comforts their family, and transforms one of life’s hardest moments into one marked by meaning, presence, and compassion. We serve communities across multiple states with a high-touch, people-centered care model grounded in clinical excellence, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to never compromising on quality. Our teams are selected and developed with intention because we believe the right people, supported the right way, create extraordinary care. Our goal is simple. Deliver an exceptional end-of-life experience, one patient at a time, and raise the standard of hospice care everywhere we serve. What are the benefits? We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefit package designed to support your well-being, growth and work-life balance: Competitive pay and benefits including health insurance, disability and life insurance 401k retirement plan with a company match Generous Paid Time Off, Sick days, and 8 paid holidays Tuition reimbursement and Employee Referral bonus programs Flexible scheduling/autonomy – time to spend with patients Education and training programs; technology and mileage reimbursement ($.67/mile) End-of-Life Death Doula Certificate program for all employees Health/financial wellness programs Zen rooms for employees in every branch What are the job responsibilities? This position is a dual position . Spiritual Care Coordinator Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator to join our interdisciplinary team and provide spiritual support and guidance to patients and families facing end-of-life issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in spiritual care, counseling, and pastoral ministry, with a deep understanding of the complexities of grief, loss, and existential distress. The candidate will be open to travel as necessary within the patient care area, and any other duties as assigned by leadership. Key responsibilities include: Spiritual Assessment and Support Interdisciplinary Collaboration Rituals and Ceremonies Bereavement Support Community Outreach and Education Volunteer Coordinator Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Hospice Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, train, and manage volunteers who provide support to hospice patients and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in volunteer management, community outreach, and hospice or healthcare settings. The candidate will be open to travel as necessary within the specified area, and any other duties as assigned by leadership. Key responsibilities include: Volunteer Recruitment and Training Volunteer Placement and Supervision Patient and Family Support Services Community Engagement and Outreach Documentation and Reporting What do you need? Bachelor's or Master's degree in biblical studies, theology, counseling, psychology, social work or related degree. Minimum of one-year of experience providing spiritual care, chaplaincy, pastoral care or counseling in a healthcare or hospice setting Board-certified chaplain and/or one or more CPE units preferred Volunteer management, community outreach or related experience preferred Clean driving record, and valid driver’s license and auto insurance Full job description can be provided upon request. Cadre Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr
DFW Median $26,894/yr
Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr
vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

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