What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Hospice Chaplain position at Trinity Hospice?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Be our first Chaplain as we build out a brand new office and team in the Joplin, Missouri area! This is a PRN role that will eventually turn into a full time role as we grow our business.
Job Summary :
The primary function of the Chaplain - Spiritual Care Coordinator is to provide spiritual care in the home to terminally ill patients and their families. You will provide an assessment of the patients and familys spiritual needs and to provide counseling to meet those needs. Also, you will make reasonable efforts to facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors or other individuals who can support the patients spiritual needs. The Chaplain also participates as a core member of the Interdisciplinary Group.
Background You Need :
One (1) year experience as a Chaplain in a health care institution preferred.
Working knowledge of community spiritual and other resources.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Reliable transportation and current auto liability insurance, as well as a valid driver's license if a personal vehicle is used for work.
What You Will Do :
Assess hospice patients and support systems to identify spiritual needs as evidenced by POC, documentation, clinical records, and IDG conference minutes. Provide support for the spiritual needs of the patient / family.
Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and participate in the patient care planning process. Participate in the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement process as required.
Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Demonstrate understanding of coordination and continuity of care by collaborating with the IDG.
Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients / families.
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