Spiritual Counselor PRN

Housecall Providers•Portland, OR

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Spiritual Counselor is responsible for assessing the spiritual and religious needs of patients and their families and caregivers, providing spiritual support in accordance with their wishes, and supporting families in the bereavement process. This position requires at least 5 days of availability per month.

Requirements

Masters degree in theology, divinity, religion, pastoral care, philosophy or health related field and minimum 2 units clinical pastoral education (CPE)
Minimum of 3 months’ experience in hospice and palliative care, counseling, hospice precepting program, hospital chaplaincy or similar setting
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice and/or palliative care setting
Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Demonstrate ability in spiritual care and counseling in a hospice and/or palliative care setting
Ability to provider an inter-faith approach to spiritual care demonstrating a high level of cultural and theological competence in working with diverse faith and belief systems
Practice within the scope of license where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures
Ability to tolerate grief
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
Ability to see, read, hear, and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day
Ability to push, pull, stand, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day
Ability to lift, carry, walk, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for up to 3 hours/day
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Minimum 4 or more units of clinical pastoral education (CPE)
Board certification or board certification in process through the APC, NACC, NAJC, or SCA
Experience with electronic medical records
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive spiritual assessment and implement or coordinate the provision of spiritual counseling and support to hospice and palliative care patients and their families according to the plan of care.
Develop an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care which demonstrates an effort to work in close collaboration with local clergy whenever desired by the patient and provide spiritual support as needed and defined by the patient/family.
Offer patients/families of different philosophies and religious backgrounds opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
Provide on-call chaplaincy services when requested.
Assess patient/family response to care.
Perform occasional service assignments such as the annual memorial service and monthly memorial services with staff.
Participate in patient care conferences, exploring and assessing the spiritual needs of patients/families and update care team on patient beliefs.
Conduct or make arrangements for funeral or memorial services when requested.
Develop and maintain a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
Provide educational programs for Housecall Providers staff, community clergy, religious and lay representatives as appropriate.
Meet with individual staff regarding personal spiritual/pastoral issues that may affect their ability to function effectively.
Maintain current knowledge and understanding of predominant religious/spiritual traditions and various religious groups in the service area.
Collaborate as needed with Housecall Providers staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards according to policies and procedures.
Manage the provision of bereavement services in accordance with hospice policies and Federal Hospice and State Hospice regulatory requirements.
Is a core member of the interdisciplinary group (IDG) and actively participates in IDG meetings for development and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care.
Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
AD&D insurance
disability insurance
health savings account
flexible spending account(s)
lifestyle spending account
employee assistance program
wellness program
discounts
multiple supplemental benefits (e.g., voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pre-tax parking, pet insurance, 529 College Savings, etc.)
retirement plan with employer contributions
PTO
Paid State Sick Time
paid holidays
volunteer time
jury duty
bereavement leave
401(k) contributions