Spiritual Care Counselor, Per Diem

Dartmouth Health • White River Junction, VT

9d • Remote

About The Position

Spiritual Care Counselors at Dartmouth Health Home Care are integral members of a multi-disciplinary health care team that are responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of the Agency, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. Dartmouth Health Home Care covers more than 70 towns delivering superior nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services with proven effectiveness, integrity, and compassion. Our only goal is to help the people in our communities. When you join Dartmouth Health Home Care, you’ll become part of a dedicated team delivering outstanding home health and hospice services that enrich the lives of the people we serve.

Requirements

• Graduate of Theological Studies from accredited university required.
• Experience with database software or electronic medical record software required.
• A t least 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Clinical Pastoral Education residency preferred.
• Two years of experience in health-related field preferred.
• Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assure spiritual assessment of patients and families in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner to meet regulatory guidelines.
• Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
• Serve as liaison to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Document direct services and ongoing communication with community resources.
• Provide funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
• Provide bereavement support to families and caregivers for up to a year after the death of the patient.
• Perform hospice informationals for patients and families.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level