Hospice Chaplain

$45,760 - $58,240/Yr

Covenant Hospice - Chandler, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Chandler, AZ

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Hospice Chaplain at Covenant Hospice in Chandler, AZ, is responsible for providing spiritual care and support to patients and their families as part of the hospice interdisciplinary team. This role involves conducting spiritual assessments, coordinating with community clergy, and ensuring that the spiritual needs of patients are met in alignment with hospice philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Contact patient/family or coordinate with other community clergy members in accordance with the hospice Plan of Care.
• Perform the Initial Spiritual Assessment of assigned patients.
• Function as a liaison between the IDT and the religious community.
• Provide direct spiritual support to patient/family, hospice employees and volunteers.
• Provide input and feedback regarding the patient/family spiritual needs.
• Document appropriately all visits for the patient's medical records.
• Develop and update the Spiritual Plan of Care.
• Participate with Care Teams to provide support and education for patient/families based on the hospice philosophy of care.
• Participate in IDT meetings and keep team members informed of changes in patient/family spiritual POC.
• Assist with community awareness functions, as necessary and requested.
• Participate in the Volunteer Training Program as requested.
• Assist with Bereavement coordination to ensure the needs are met for the bereaved.
• Work as a team member at all times and uphold the Hospice Code of Ethics.
• Implement practices that ensure Family Satisfaction measures exceed national benchmarks.
• Participate in QAPI activities as requested.

Requirements

• A degree in counseling, Social Work or Theology required.
• Degree from an accredited theological school is preferred.
• Ordained with at least 2 years of counseling experience.
• Must be able to counsel persons who come from diverse religious/spiritual backgrounds.
• Must be knowledgeable of the religious community within the hospice service and be able to relate to a wide variety of patients/families.
• Must understand the hospice philosophy and be in agreement with it.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in hospice care (1 year preferred).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance