Hospice Chaplain
About The Position
At Ardent Home Health and Hospice, Our patients and their loved ones are the center of our work. Our team of professionals has a passion for providing superior, thoughtful care, and works to improve the quality of life for our patients, their loved ones, and caregivers by creating an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all. Join a dynamic company that believes in a team approach and focuses on doing what is best for our patients. As a Hospice Chaplain with Ardent, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while receiving strong compensation and excellent benefits. JOB SUMMARY The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Cornerstone Healthcare, Inc., either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology
- Preferred (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree).
- Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
- Hospice/ experience preferred.
- Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team/group.
- Comfort in an interfaith setting.
- Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
- Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice/ experience preferred.
- Preferred (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree).
Responsibilities
- Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
- Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
- Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
- Serves as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
- Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
- Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
- Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers, and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
