Hospice Chaplain

Eden Health•Spokane, WA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Eden Hospice is hiring a non-denominational Chaplain to provide in-home services to our patients throughout Spokane County. Why choose Eden? We're interested in you and want you to succeed. Our business is growing rapidly, and we want you to grow with us. We have infinite room for advancement, both personally and professionally. We work hard to match you with patients that best fit YOUR skills and YOUR availability. Work 1 on 1 with your patients and establish a rewarding relationship that you won't get in any other healthcare setting. In addition, Eden Health is a Certified Great Place to Work company, 6 years in a row! Job Summary: Provides an assessment of the patient's and family's spiritual needs Provides spiritual counseling to meet these needs in accordance with the patient's and family's acceptance of this service and in a manner consistent with their beliefs and desires Makes all reasonable efforts to facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors, or other individuals who can support the patient's spiritual needs to the best of their ability Advises the patient and family of this service Collaborates with other IDG members in the development of the plan of care Supports dignity of the dying patient Performs religious rituals related to the faith in which he/she is ordained (e.g. administration) of last rites Assists with funerals and memorial services Provides education to other team members about spirituality Acts as liaison between Agency and the spiritual community Responds to the mental, spiritual, social, and emotional needs of terminally ill patients and their families Provides emotional support through discussion of spiritual/existential issues Assists family in understanding the grief process Gives referrals to family for community grief support groups Allows patient and family to voice their concerns, fears, and feelings Responsive to patient's desires and condition Addresses and supports cultural practices, as long as practices do not harm others Supports a culture of safety and quality Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying

Requirements

Understands regulations/standards applicable to Hospice
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a Hospice Agency
Demonstrates knowledge of the spiritual needs related to palliative care, end-of-life care, loss, and bereavement
Exhibits genuine interest in and compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues
Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying
Ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent writing and presentation skills
Knowledge of general modalities and scope of practice within the state of Agency operation
Candidate should be self-directed and can work in the field with minimum supervision
A valid driver's license, reliable auto, and current auto insurance
Basic computer knowledge
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Proof of automobile insurance (MVR checked)
Proof of current CPR certification
Able to pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance

Responsibilities

Provides an assessment of the patient's and family's spiritual needs
Provides spiritual counseling to meet these needs in accordance with the patient's and family's acceptance of this service and in a manner consistent with their beliefs and desires
Makes all reasonable efforts to facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors, or other individuals who can support the patient's spiritual needs to the best of their ability
Advises the patient and family of this service
Collaborates with other IDG members in the development of the plan of care
Supports dignity of the dying patient
Performs religious rituals related to the faith in which he/she is ordained (e.g. administration) of last rites
Assists with funerals and memorial services
Provides education to other team members about spirituality
Acts as liaison between Agency and the spiritual community
Responds to the mental, spiritual, social, and emotional needs of terminally ill patients and their families
Provides emotional support through discussion of spiritual/existential issues
Assists family in understanding the grief process
Gives referrals to family for community grief support groups
Allows patient and family to voice their concerns, fears, and feelings
Responsive to patient's desires and condition
Addresses and supports cultural practices, as long as practices do not harm others
Supports a culture of safety and quality
Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying

Benefits

Flexible schedule to meet your needs- work/life balance is important!
24/7 Office Support
Long-Term Service Recognition/Retention Bonus Program
"Refer a Friend" Bonus Program
Training and educational Assistance
Career Advancement Opportunities
401k Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance
Extra pay for on-call/after-hours availability
Extra pay for worked Holidays
Paid mileage for commute between patients' homes
Continuing Education Credits are paid for - we offer online and in-person education
Discounts with AT&T Wireless, National and Enterprise car rentals
Discounted tickets to a variety of events (Disney Land, Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Local Concert/Sporting Events, Hotels/Resorts, etc.
Paid sick leave and vacation time - eligible employees start accruing time on their first day of employment
Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Hardship Fund
Floating Holiday - use it on your birthday or any other day of the year!
Dental, Medical, Vision available for full-time status