Spiritual Care Counselor - Per Diem

Lake Sunapee VNA • New London, NH

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About The Position

The Spiritual Care Counselor is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. This is a Per Diem position with a Flexible schedule.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree)
• Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver
• Ability to work as a member of interdisciplinary group
• Comfort in an interfaith setting
• Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values
• Ability to network with community clergy and congregations
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care
• Proof of Flu vaccination
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license
• Automobile insurance
• Physical exam within the last year
• Two-step TB test

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
• Documents direct services and ongoing communication with the community chaplains and spiritual counselors
• Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group
• Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required

Benefits

• Retirement Account
• Longevity Benefit
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing Education
• Cell Phone Discount
• Gym Discount
• AAA Membership

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees