Hybrid Spiritual Caregiver/Chaplain PRN

Overview: Dierksen Hospice is GROWING! We are looking for a PRN Chaplain to provide spiritual care in and around the Mt. Pleasant Area! If you are looking for a career with a purpose and a supportive team culture, then this is the position for you! Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10- 16 hours per week Per Diam As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), our Chaplains are responsible for providing spiritual counseling and emotional support to the active and bereaved patient and/or family. Our Chaplains are committed to the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the hospice concept. Chaplains are responsible for implementing and coordinating all activities relating to the spiritual aspect of the hospice program (the spiritual component of the IDT) consistent with agency policies and procedures. Dierksen Hospice is a premier provider of end-of-life care. Our family of hospices provide quality care through our mission-oriented and patient-centric services. We are growing rapidly and are looking for skilled individuals to join us in our journey. Responsibilities: • Assesses the spiritual status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment. Communicates these findings to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group. • Provides direct spiritual care for all faiths/non-faiths to patients and families/caregivers in a holistic manner as requested. • Maintains regular communication with the Program Director to review clients and help with managing spiritual care needs. This may include unusual or potentially problematic client issues. • Initiates communication with hospice staff members and other facilities as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for patient/family members • Monitors and maintains documentation of clinical records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards of timeliness, accuracy and completeness via electronic record so that problems, actions, and goals are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur. Qualifications: • Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology, or appropriate certification in pastoral ministry if required by state. • Minimum two units of Clinical Pastoral Education if required by state (four units strongly preferred) • Minimum two (2) years experience as a healthcare pastor/chaplain. • One (1) year of hospice experience preferred but not required. • Must have ability to handle stress associated with ministering to patients/residents and their loved ones who experience pain, suffering, death and grief. • Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR. • Possess and maintains current CPR certification if required by state. $18.00 - $24.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job