About the role
Job Description Job Description Description: The Hospice Chaplain will provide spiritual support and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers facing end-of-life challenges. The chaplain will play a key role in addressing the emotional and spiritual needs of patients, fostering a sense of peace and comfort during this critical time.
Schedule: Part-Time, Weekdays, 8 Hour Days, 3 Days per Week
- ·Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- ·Provide spiritual care and support to patients, families, and staff in a hospice setting, regardless of religious affiliation.
- ·Conduct spiritual assessments to identify the individual needs and preferences of patients and families.
- ·Offer counseling, prayer, and support during difficult times, including end-of-life discussions.
- ·Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care, integrating spiritual care into individualized care plans.
- ·Facilitate memorial services, bereavement support groups, and other spiritual gatherings as needed.
- ·Educate staff about the spiritual aspects of care and how to support patients' and families’ spiritual needs.
- ·Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of spiritual care services provided.
- ·Be available for on-call services and emergency support as required.
- ·Stay informed about current trends in hospice care and spiritual care practices.
- ·Requirements:
- ·Job Qualifications:
- ·Master of divinity or related theological degree and/or pastoral education required.
- ·Hospice experience preferred but not required.
- ·Board certification from a recognized body (e.g.; Association of Professional Chaplains) preferred.
- ·Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or a healthcare setting is a plus.
- ·Strong understanding of community resources and social service programs.
- ·Strong interpersonal, communication and counseling skills.
- ·Ability to provide compassionate care and support to individuals from diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
- ·Strong understanding of ethical issues related to end-of-life care.
- ·Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
- ·Physical Requirements:
- ·Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
- ·Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities, when needed.
- ·Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, documentation needed to support patients, families and caregivers, etc.
- ·Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
- ·Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
- ·Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
- ·Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
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Skills: Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Diversity, Documentation, Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospice Care, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Assistance, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Needs Assessment, Palliative Care, Patient Care, Support Documentation
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