Spiritual Counselor Prn

Housecall Providers https://www.housecallproviders.org/
Housecall Providers is a Portland area nonprofit organization and one of the largest providers of medical care exclusively in the home in the Western United States. We are proving every day that in home medical services for homebound and chronically ill patients can improve health outcomes, increase patient comfort, reduce health care costs and increase provider satisfaction. We are a proud part of the CareOregon family of health organizations.
Our Mission
Improving lives by bringing health care home.
Our Vision
To sustainably transform home-based medicine so all homebound adults and those living with serious illness have access to care that improves their quality of life.
Our Values
Compassion and respect, authentic relationships, collaboration, courage, social justice.
Diversity Statement
We embrace the diversity of our employees, patients, and those who care for them. Through awareness and advocacy, we are working to create health equity by recognizing and reducing barriers that affect non-dominant groups within Housecall Providers and our communities at large.
The quadruple aim is real at Housecall Providers
In home medical care for homebound patients is proven to increase patient comfort, improve health outcomes, reduce health care costs and increase provider/care team satisfaction. Housecall Providers has saved Medicare millions of dollars, while providing better care to our patients, ensuring greater patient comfort, improved health outcomes and care team satisfaction. With the population aging, more people are suffering from multiple chronic conditions and degenerative diseases. This trend will continue as roughly 10,000 baby boomers a day enter the Medicare system.
If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen (including THC/Marijuana). CareOregon is a federal contractor and must comply with all federal laws.
Job Title
Spiritual Counselor PRN
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Department
HCP-Hospice
Manager Title
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Direct Reports
n/a
Requisition #
24141
Pay and Benefits
Estimated hiring range $33.80 - $40.90 / hour, 5% bonus target, limited benefits. www.careoregon.org/about-us/careers/benefits
Posting Notes
This role will work 100% in the community and support the Portland Metro area. Candidates will need to have 5 weekdays of availability per month. Candidates will need to work more hours during the first few weeks of orientation.
Job Summary
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.
Essential Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive spiritual assessment and implements or coordinates the provision of spiritual counseling and support to hospice patients and their families according to the plan of care.
• Develops 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.
• Offers patients/families of different philosophies and religious backgrounds opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
• Provides on-call chaplaincy services when requested.
• Assesses patient/family response to care.
• Performs occasional service assignments such as the annual memorial service and monthly memorial services with staff.
• Participates in patient care conferences, exploring and assessing the spiritual needs of patients/families and updates care team on patient beliefs.
• Conducts or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial services when requested.
• Develops and maintains a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
• Provides educational programs for Housecall Providers staff, community clergy, religious and lay representatives as appropriate.
• Meets with individual staff regarding personal spiritual/pastoral issues that may affect their ability to function effectively.
• Maintains current knowledge and understanding of predominant religious/spiritual traditions and various religious groups in the service area.
• Collaborates 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.

Hospice

• Manages 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.
• Performs duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
• Participates in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Perform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Support the organization's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
• Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.
• Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Experience and/or Education
Required

• Master of Theology OR minimum 2 units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program
• Minimum of 3 months' experience in hospice, counseling, hospice precepting program or similar setting
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
• CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position

Preferred

• Master of Theology OR minimum 4 or more units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program
• Board certification or board certification in process through the APC, NACC, NAJC, or SCA
• Experience with electronic medical records

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge

• Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice setting
• Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate ability in spiritual care and counseling in a hospice 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 work flexible hours, if needed
• 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

Working Conditions
Work Environment(s): ☒ Indoor/Office ☒ Community ☐ Facilities/Security ☒ Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing: ☐ No ☒ Telephonic ☒ In Person
Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology
Travel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving may be required in all kinds of weather conditions. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule: This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.