JOB TITLE: Spiritual Care Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Director of Counseling Services
Qualifications:
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Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or advanced training in pastoral care/counseling
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Knowledge of emotional effects of death, grief and loss
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Ability to be open, flexible and ecumenical in ministry
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Commitment to the hospice concept and its implementation
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Must have home internet and email access and be proficient in Microsoft Windows
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Two (2) units of CPE preferred
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Ability to relate to a diverse population and workforce in a personable and effective manner
Physical Requirements:
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Physical agility including but not limited to: walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, sitting and speaking on phone for long periods
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Periodically lifting up to 25lbs.
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Ability to verbalize so that the average person can comprehend
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Ability to write, perform data entry and look at computer up to several hours daily
Cognitive requirements:
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Develops and evaluates the POC
Responsibilities:
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Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families as requested by patient/family
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Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice
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Contributes to patient and family counseling and education
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Participates in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment
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Documents spiritual care assessments, interventions and outcomes in an appropriate and timely manner following UH documentation standards
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Coordinates the UH Clergy Advisory Board
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Contacts community clergy on the patient/family's behalf
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Assists in the development/planning of hospice related events which contain a spiritual component
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Assists in volunteer and staff orientation, in-services, training and supervision as appropriate
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Participates in QAPI program and hospice sponsored in-service training
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Participates or conducts memorial services or funerals for patients as requested
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Assists in bereavement activities as appropriate
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Maintains Point of Service documentation at a minimum rate of 80%
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Accepts other responsibilities as assigned
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Incorporates organization’s commitment to customer service and continuous quality improvement into daily work habits. This includes:
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Promotes positive co-worker and team work relationships
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Supports the goals and mission as set forth by the Board of Directors and administration of the agency
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Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, EMRs and able to learn new software
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Must have access to a car, valid driver's license, and current insurance
