What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplain | Hospice position at Interim HealthCare of Topeka?
Chaplain Job Description
We are seeking a Chaplain to join our Hospice team in the Topeka and Manhattan area. This is a full-time position that requires a compassionate and empathetic individual who can provide spiritual support to patients and their families.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments of hospice patients' spiritual needs.
- Provide direct spiritual services to patients and families according to their belief system and practice.
- Participate in the development of the interdisciplinary group (IDG) plan of care to meet identified spiritual needs.
- Document services provided and maintain records of spiritual services utilization and related activities.
- Actively participate in patient/family care conferences and IDG meetings.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree).
- Experience working with death and dying, terminal individuals, and their families or caregivers.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rate.
- Locally owned and operated company.
- Health coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, flexible assignment, paid holidays, life insurance, 401k, and free education courses.
Working Conditions:
- Work is normally performed in the patient's home and/or inpatient setting such as a hospital or nursing home.
- Occasional exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and/or potentially infectious or hazardous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions.
