Hospice Chaplain

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide spiritual and emotional support when needed to the Hospice patient/family and to members of the Hospice team. To provide assistance at the time of the patients death and support of the family during the bereavement period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational/Degree: Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.

Training/Licensure: Certificate or degree in pastoral ministry.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred.

Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Requires minimal physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and minimal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 20 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements:

Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Requirements:

Hospice and Bereavement Experience

Current CPR Certification

Reliable car and drivers license

Exceptional Clinical Skills in Hospice and End of Life Care

Exceptional communication, team oriented, efficient work style, and ability to complete timely documentation a must.