Palliative Coordinator jobs

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on November 25, 2026.

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

Position Summary:

The Spiritual Care Coordinator will work collaboratively within our interdisciplinary teams to enhance quality of life through a psycho-spiritual therapeutic approach to care. The Coordinator will liaise with our community partners to coordinate and facilitate care provided by local clergy, faith group representatives and Spiritual Care Volunteers.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates commitment in using best practice in psycho-spiritual health practice for the delivery of client-centred care adhering to all Standards of Practice for Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner and for Certified Psycho-spiritual Therapist
• Demonstrates commitment to integrating these best practices in psycho-spiritual care into clinical health practice adhering to JBH Mission, Values and CARE Commitment
• Demonstrates effectiveness as team member though respect, effective communication and collaboration
• Demonstrates ability to liaise with community based faith groups and volunteers to support, maintain, expand and coordinate our extensive and diverse Spiritual Care volunteer program
• Demonstrates ability to be self-directed, working effectively and efficiently

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Religious, Theological or Pastoral Studies preferred
• Certification as Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner and Certified Psychospiritual Therapist with Canadian Association of Spiritual Care preferred
• Registered with College of Psychotherapists of Ontario preferred
• Two years of clinical practice providing spiritual and religious care in health care setting preferred
• Experience in providing care and support to those undergoing life transitions (e.g. new diagnosis of terminal illness, palliative care, grief, celebrations of life etc.)
• Experience in promoting, supporting and coordinating partnerships with multi-faith community groups

Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

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