What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Chaplain position at Emblem Hospice?
Hospice Chaplain
The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.
Responsibilities
· Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
· Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
· Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
· Documents direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
· Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group.
· Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
· Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/ families/caregivers.
· Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Requirements
· Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology Preferred (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree). Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
· Hospice experience preferred.
· Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team/group.
· Comfort in an interfaith setting.
· Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
· Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable in an interfaith setting?
- Do you have experience using Homecare Homebase (Point Care) for documentation?
- Are you comfortable working Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm?
- Are you looking for full-time, part-time or PRN?
- Are you comfortable seeing patients in Green Valley, Nogales and the surrounding area?
Experience:
- Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- degree from an accredited seminary or school of theology (Required)
Work Location: On the road