Hospice Chaplain Job at SERENITY HOSPICE CARE

SERENITY HOSPICE CARE Media, PA

We are actively seeking a Full Time Chaplain for our Hospice program. Chaplain will provide services to patients in the Delaware & Chester County PA area.

Summary:

The Chaplain will be responsible for the assessment and provision of spiritual/pastoral counseling to patients, families and caregivers. Although Hospice experience would be preferred, it is not necessary.

Job duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Spiritual/pastoral assessment as soon as possible after admission.
  • Spiritual/pastoral support provided in accordance with ongoing wishes and needs of patient/ family.
  • Knowledge of and ability to utilize a variety of religious resources (i.e. prayer, meditation, scripture, etc.)
  • Offer patients/families of different philosophies and religious perspective opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
  • Coordinate pastoral care done by other pastoral caregivers (i.e. the patient’s pastor/rabbi or a per diem chaplain) and works with other professionals in resolving spiritual/pastoral/ethical issues.
  • Communicates plans and progress to the interdisciplinary team.
  • Work in a team approach with the interdisciplinary care team.

Requirements:

Preferred Seminary graduate or with equivalent degree and with at least 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (2 units preferred)

Experience:

A minimum of two years experience in a health care and|or related pastoral experience of at least two years
Experience Desired
Demonstrated experience in working with patients and families dealing with life-threatening illness and death.

Skills:

  • Ability to minister to patients and families in crisis
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills
  • Ability to plan, organize, and exercise independent judgement
  • Demonstrated ability to be open, sensitive, flexible and ecumenical.
  • Must possess excellent spiritual assessment skills as well as documentation skills.

Job Type: Part Time and/or Per Diem

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: On the road




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