Chaplain (PRN) - Hospice - San Angelo, United States - St. Gabriel's Hospice and Palliative Care

Description

Job Description

St. Gabriel's Hospice & Palliative Care is hiring a Chaplain/Pastoral Counselor for the San Angelo area

We pride ourselves in providing exceptional hospice & palliative care with a purpose - our patients and their loved ones are always our number one priority. Candidates should desire to be part of a hard-working and supportive team where they will be valued. If providing stellar patient care is important to you, please apply

Job Summary:

Primary function is to provide spiritual care in the home to terminally ill patients and their families. To provide an assessment of the patient's and family's spiritual needs and to provide counseling to meet those needs. Makes reasonable efforts to facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors or other individuals who can support the patient's spiritual needs. Participates as a core member of the Interdisciplinary Group.

Job Qualifications:

Education: College degree preferred; Master of Divinity, preferred.

Licensure: Per state guidelines, if any.

Experience: Experience as a Chaplain in hospice preferred.

Skills: Working knowledge of community spiritual and other resources. Good interpersonal skills. Strong assessment and time management skills.

Transportation: Reliable transportation. Current auto liability insurance and driver license if personal vehicle is used for work.

Essential Functions:

• Assess hospice patient and support system to identify spiritual needs as evidenced by POC, documentation, clinical records, and IDT conference minutes. Provide support for the spiritual needs of the patient/family.
• 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.
• Demonstrate understanding of coordination and continuity of care by collaborating with the IDT.
• Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients/families.

We are searching for individuals who possess a high degree of integrity, strong work ethic and a dedication to compassionate patient care. Please submit resume if you are ready to join our team

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