What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplain/Spiritual Counselor Hospice position at Amara Hospice Care?
The Amara Hospice Care goal is to provide end-of-life care and supportive services for patients and their families, and to enhance their quality of life. Our hospice team is dedicated to promoting a state of serenity of mind, body and soul for our patients and their families by collaborating with families to provide quality and compassionate hospice care.
The Chaplain is responsible for assessing the spiritual and religious needs of patients and their families, arrange for the provision of spiritual and religious support in accordance with their wishes, and supporting families in the bereavement process. Must have a minimum of one Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) unit. Prior Hospice experience is preferred. This position requires travel.
Minimum of one year supervised experience in a medical, educational or religious agency/institution.
Ability to provide an inter-faith approach to spiritual care demonstrating a high level of cultural and theological competence in working with diverse faith and belief systems.
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation skills, and teaching skills.
Computer skills: Word, email, patient database charting, internet, voicemail.
Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
Demonstrated commitment to Amara Hospice’s philosophy of care, values, mission statement and organizational culture.
Amara Hospice Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
