What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Chaplain position at San Antonio Home Health and Hospice?
Company Overview
Hospice Del Rio is a leading provider of home health care services, dedicated to delivering family-centered care that allows patients to remain in the comfort of their own homes. Our compassionate team of professionals, including nurses, therapists, and social workers, is committed to providing high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of each patient and their families.
Summary
As a Chaplain at Hospice Del Rio, you will provide spiritual support and guidance to patients and their families during challenging times. This role is vital in enhancing the emotional well-being of those we serve, ensuring they receive compassionate care that aligns with their spiritual beliefs.
Responsibilities
- Provide spiritual care and counseling to patients and families facing end-of-life issues.
- Conduct regular visits to assess the spiritual needs of patients and offer appropriate support.
- Facilitate bereavement support groups for families coping with loss.
- Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group.
- Lead memorial services and other events that honor the lives of patients.
- Educate staff on spiritual care practices and resources available for patients.
- Respond to crisis situations with compassion and professionalism.
- Maintain accurate documentation of spiritual assessments and interventions.
Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree), Certified Chaplain or equivalent, or other experience in spiritual counseling. Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
- Experience in hospice settings preferred.
- Strong public speaking skills for leading services and support groups.
- Demonstrated crisis management abilities in sensitive situations.
- Ability to provide bereavement support with empathy and understanding.
- Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
- Comfort in an interfaith setting.
- Excellent written communication skills for documentation purposes.
If you are passionate about providing compassionate spiritual care and want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we invite you to apply for the Chaplain position at Hospice of San Antonio today!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 32 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Del Rio, TX 78840 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Del Rio, TX 78840: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $29