Chaplain

POSITION SUMMARY

Primary function is to provide spiritual care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform spiritual assessments, analysis, counseling, and referrals to meet the needs of the patient/family.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list of responsibilities is not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Assess hospice patient to identify spiritual needs as evidenced by POC, documentation, clinical records, and IDT conference minutes. Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and participate in the patient care planning process.

Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes. Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.

Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to promote coordination of patient care. Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients. Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Hospice Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED Bachelors and higher degree from an accredited Rabbinical school of theology (Bachelor of Divinity, Master of Divinity or equivalent theology degree or training) and ordination. Experience in a health care setting or with death and dying. Previous experience as a chaplain in an interfaith setting preferred. Previous hospice experience preferred.

CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) experience preferred. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to drive extensively in the geographic area using personal vehicle. Must have valid Texas driver’s license and automobile liability insurance acceptable to the company and our insurers.