About the position
Join us at Affinis Hospice - a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communities. Responsible for the provision of spiritual support to patients and families in keeping with the patient's/family's desire and belief system as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group. The Spiritual Counselor is responsible for implementing and coordinating all activities relating to the spiritual aspect of the patient care program (the spiritual component of the Interdisciplinary Group) consistent with Hospice policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct spiritual support to patients/families.
- Works with staff, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss.
- Participates in Interdisciplinary Group conference by exploring and assessing the potential spiritual needs of patients/families and reporting on services as indicated.
- Maintains proper records of visits to patients/families.
- Makes contact with clergy or appropriate representatives of patients/families as indicated.
- Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered. Submits documentation in a timely manner.
- Conducts or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial services when indicated.
- Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
- Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
- Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited Seminary or School of Theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry. Master's Degree preferred.
- Must have documentation of completion of at least one unit of clinical pastoral education from a nationally recognized provider.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in working with patients/families dealing with life threatening illness and death.
- Ability to be open, flexible and ecumenical.
- 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.
