Hospice Spiritual Care Counselor/Bereavement Counselor

At Care Initiatives Hospice, we embrace a holistic approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those facing life-limiting illnesses. Working closely with family members and caregivers, we foster a collaborative environment to honor the needs and wishes of our patients and their loved ones. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to provide care with the utmost compassion, dignity, and respect during this significant phase of life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Care Initiatives is currently seeking a Part-Time Spiritual Care Coordinator/Bereavement Counselor to join our Sioux City team!

Summary: This will be a dual role servicing our patients and families as a Spiritual Care Coordinator and a bereavement counselor. You will support the spiritual needs of patients/families/caregivers in a manner consistent with their beliefs and desires and you will arrange for counseling or provide counseling to meet the bereavement needs of the families/caregivers.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessment of the patient, family, and caregiver’s spiritual & bereavement needs
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in development of patient care plan
• Provide services to patient/family/caregiver in accordance with care plan
• Coordinate services of referrals to community counseling for complicated grief services.
• Organizes, develops materials, schedules and promotes grief support groups.

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Qualifications:

• Master of Divinity Degree from an accredited seminary; religious group has the practice of ordination
• If the religion does not practice ordination, but practices licensure, then licensure in lieu of ordination is acceptable; and endorsed and in good standing from the ecclesiastical governing body

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• Baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, or other field related to pastoral care, grief services or counseling.
• Current driver’s license and automobile liability insurance

Why choose Care Initiatives Hospice? Here are just a few reasons:

• Competitive compensation: Our RNs earn an extremely competitive wage.
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees can choose from our affordable and robust benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Referral bonus: Earn extra cash by referring your friends to join our team.
• Paid time off: Eligible team members earn paid time off.
• Dayforce wallet: Access your pay as you earn it, eliminating the wait for your paycheck.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.