Hospice Chaplain, Full-time
Company: Hospice Of Holland Inc
Location: Holland
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
The hospice Chaplain works as a member of the interdisciplinary
team to assist with the provision of spiritual care to
patients/families regardless of their faith as requested. This
chaplain position is full-time days 32-40 hours per week (between
M-F). The pay is range is $24.00 to $32.00..
Responsibilities of the Full Time Hospice Chaplain include:
- Provides spiritual care and counseling to patients/families as
assigned by Counseling Services Manager.
- Participates in development, implementation, evaluation and
updating of Interdisciplinary Care Plan for assigned
patients/families.
- Contacts patient's clergy, when appropriate, to advise him/her
of patient's admission to Hospice, to explain the Hospice program
and plan of care.
- Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Group Meetings as
assigned.
- Participates in care conferences of assigned patients.
- Documents all patient/family contact and activity in an
accurate, professional, and timely manner.
- Conducts funerals and memorial services, as requested and if
available.
- Participates in training and performance review activities as
required.
- Participates in hospice and community programs as requested to
promote understanding of Hospice philosophy and the spiritual
aspects of death among community members and clergy.
Qualifications for the Full Time Hospice Chaplain include:
- Education: Masters degree from an accredited seminary or school
of theology. Licensure or certification as a chaplain, minister, or
other pastoral care provider
- Experience: Successful completion of at least one unit of
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), or equivalent clinical training
and experience is preferred.
- Other: Endorsement by and in good standing with his/her own
denomination or faith group. Current Michigan driver's license and
available transportation.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Assessment, interpersonal, ethical and pastoral skills as well
as a personal commitment to a maturing spiritual life.
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work comfortably with patients/families of various
faith communities and backgrounds.
Hospice of Holland has been strongly rooted in our community for
over 40 years and is deeply committed to providing the best care
for hospice patients and their families. The hospice Chaplain plays
an important part in that mission.
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Keywords: Hospice Of Holland Inc, Grand Rapids , Hospice Chaplain, Full-time, Healthcare , Holland, Michigan
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