Spiritual Care Coordinator

You can Make A Difference in the lives of others! At Heart to Heart Hospice, we provide “Compassionate Care from Our Hearts to Yours.” Our employees enhance the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones,during a time when compassionate care is needed most. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of employees, offering the opportunity to be associated with caring teammates, and creating positive contributions in each community we serve. Spiritual Care Coordinator

What You Must Have

Ordained and endorsed minister, priest, rabbi or a member of a religious order preferred or lay person with certified training in pastoral care. Professional experience in a religious agency or institution may be considered in lieu of a formalized education. One (1+) year of experience in a health care setting or with death and dying. Comfort working in an interfaith setting. Must be familiar with general use an functions of the computer, such as user names and password concepts; internet; email; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files, and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs. Current Driver's License, reliable transportation, and provide ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance

Preferred

Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (Bachelor of Divinity, Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree or training).

What You Will Do

Assess hospice patient/family to identify spiritual needs and develop individualized spiritual plan of care. Collaborate with local clergy as needed. Assist in development and update of the Plan of Care. Conduct services of prayer, worship and ritual for patient/families, as appropriate, offering different philosophies and belief opportunities to discuss and share. Provide individual patient/family counseling, crisis intervention, information and assistance with preparation of advance directives, funeral planning issues and transfer of responsibilities relative to legal and fiscal issues. Regarding patients, work with other staff, resolving spiritual/pastoral/ethical issues. Be available for bereavement or counseling needs. Make visits to patient/family prior to death and be available to family during the bereavement period as needed. Timely submission of all documentation Performance of other duties as required Ensure overall compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures It is this Agency's policy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, religion, military status, gender preference, sex, marital status, national origin or disability.