Spiritual Care Coordinator

MyMichigan Health • Midland, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Spiritual Care Specialist provides and coordinates spiritual care and support as requested for the hospice patient, caregiver and/or family. The Spiritual Care Coordinator also provides spiritual support to staff. The Spiritual Care Coordinator oversees spiritual care coverage, is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team and ensures maximum access to spiritual care services.

Requirements

• Knowledge of pastoral care or spiritual counseling.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of spiritual issues, particularly as they affect individual and family systems faced with loss.
• Demonstrates knowledge of MyMichigan Home Care mission, philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Understands the spiritual needs of the dying.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• Knowledge of religious community resources.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Fingerprinting
• Drivers License
• Vehicle Insurance
• Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt (Within 6 months of hire or transfer)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred.
• 4 units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in IDT.
• Responds within appropriate time frame to request for spiritual care of patients and family.
• Participates in volunteer training program.
• Assists in planning and providing memorial services.
• Acts as a resource to staff, volunteers and clergy, providing in-services, literature and materials to enhance sensitivity to spiritual concerns.
• Responsible for ongoing relationship with formal religious organizations and/or clergy association.
• Participates in statewide hospice discipline group.
• Employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree