Hospice Chaplain

Responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients/families/caregivers, either directly or through the coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.

$55,000-$60,000 *Compensation may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience

Responsibilities:

• Represents a spiritual presence and connection with the religious/spiritual roots of the hospice movement.
• Provides a constant reminder to hospice workers that, beyond the physical and emotional support given, patients may desire to have spiritual resources of their choosing.
• Serves as a spiritual resource to team members and assists them in their growth or in dealing with their grief.
• Documents the patient and/or family's religious/spiritual needs and resources on the intake/assessment form and completes progress notes in the patient's chart following each contact.
• Raises, when appropriate in a patient care conference, the possibility of spiritual needs of the patient and family and reports interventions.
• Provides, when invited, direct spiritual counsel, prayer and sacraments to patients and their families.
• Interfaces with the patient/family's own clergyman, rabbi or congregation, if requested.
• Encourages patients and families to plan the funeral, wills, requests, obituaries and interment in advance. Remains available to officiate at funeral services if requested.
• Present at time of death, if requested.
• Provides literature and spiritual resources that may be of assistance to patients and families.
• Participates in the patient/family problem-oriented care plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:
- Strong mentoring skills to guide individuals in their spiritual journey.
- Knowledge of hospice care principles and the ability to provide compassionate support to patients and their families.
- Proficiency in Christian counseling techniques to address emotional and spiritual needs.
- Ability to present religious teachings in a clear and engaging manner.
- Leadership skills to effectively lead religious services and events.
- Excellent communication skills to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to provide crisis intervention and offer comfort during challenging situations.
- Strong writing skills to create sermons, prayers, and other religious materials.

Required

• 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 and functions of the computer, such as usernames 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.

Preferred

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

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Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or skills required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: On the road