What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spiritual Care Counselor/Chaplain - Harbor Hospice position at HOSPICE OF MUSKEGON COUNTY?
Job Details
Job Location
Home Care - Muskegon, MI
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage
Up to 50%
Job Shift
Job Category
Health Care
Description
SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Spiritual Care Counselor is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients / families / caregivers of Harbor Hospice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)
Maintains the confidentiality of patient and employee information at all times, both at work and off duty, and after the termination of employment. According to the agencies Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA regulations.
Is knowledgeable and functional in computer applications including database, word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail system as required for the execution of the job.
Knowledge of Hospice concept and philosophy.
Plans, develops and carries out interventions based on the spiritual assessment.
Counsels patient / family / caregiver as needed in relationship to spiritual distress, support issues and other identified spiritual difficulties according to their traditions and preferences.
Evaluates the effectiveness of planned interventions and revises plans of care accordingly.
Connects patient / family with their faith community as needed.
Documents ongoing communication with community clergy as needed.
Provides consultation, education, and support to the IDT on spiritual care upon request.
Demonstrates open communication style with patients / families.
Assists in periodic memorial services to meet the needs of staff, volunteers, and the community as assigned.
Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers and visiting patients / families / caregivers.
Follows standard precautions / infection control policies.
DIRECT REPORT RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Takes responsibility for self learning and shares expertise with others.
Manages difficult or emotional situations; maintains and promotes positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
Focus on solving conflicts, not blaming, listens to others and is open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Speaks and writes clearly in positive and negative situations. Edits work for grammar and spelling.
Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above own interests.
Demonstrates knowledge of the agency EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment free environment.
Upholds organizational values and brings concerns forward to manager.
Follows policies and procedures including the completion of annual requirements.
Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their position; accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and participates in TQM processes.
Meets or exceeds productivity standards.
Observes safety and security procedures and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
Adapts to changes and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, and unexpected events.
Attends mandatory and regularly scheduled meetings as assigned. Respect the time of others by being prompt for meetings.
Meets agency attendance and tardiness guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required in this job, nor is it intended to limit the authority of any management representative to assign or direct the activities of employees under his or her direction.
Qualifications
Graduate of accredited seminary school of theology (B.D., M.Div. or equivalent theological degree).
Clinical Pastoral Certificate CPE
Experience working with death and dying, individuals / family / caregiver.
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