Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Position:

• Exempt Salaried Monday through Friday hours 8 am - 5 pm
• Salary commensurate with experience

The full-time Spiritual Caregiver position is a fully benefited position, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education assistance

Summary:

Works as a member of the interdisciplinary team to assist with the provision of spiritual care to patients/families

Responsibilities of the Spiritual Caregiver include but are not limited to:

• Provides spiritual care and counseling to patients/families as assigned by the Counseling Service Manager.
• Participates in development, implementation, evaluation and updating of Interdisciplinary Care Plan for assigned patients/families.
• Contacts patient’s clergy, when appropriate, to advise him/her of patient’s admission to Hospice, to explain the Hospice program and plan of care.
• Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Group Meetings as assigned.
• Participates in care conferences of assigned patients.
• Documents all patient/family contact and activity in an accurate, professional, and timely manner.
• Conducts funerals and memorial services, as requested and if available.
• Participates in training and performance review activities as required.
• Participates in hospice and community programs as requested to promote understanding of Hospice philosophy and the spiritual aspects of death among community members and clergy.
• Assists HOH LMSW team with providing counseling support to those who are facing EOL and assistance with coming to terms with their mortality and establishing their EOL wishes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Education: Masters degree from an accredited seminary or school of theology.
• Licensure or certification as a chaplain, minister, or other pastoral care provider
• Experience: Successful completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), or equivalent clinical training and experience is preferred.
• Other: Endorsement by and in good standing with his/her own denomination or faith group. Current Michigan driver’s license and available transportation.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Assessment, interpersonal, ethical and pastoral skills as well as a personal commitment to a maturing spiritual life.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work comfortably with patients/families of various faith communities and backgrounds.

Hospice of Holland is a financially strong non-profit organization deeply committed to providing the best care for hospice patients and their families. The Spiritual Caregiver plays a critical role in that mission.

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