Job Title: Chaplain/Spiritual Care Coordinator
Reports to: Director of Family Services

Job Purpose
 
To provide spiritual counseling to meet the assessed spiritual needs in accordance with the patient and family’s acceptance of this service, and in a manner consistent with the patient and family beliefs and desires.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Provide an assessment of each patient and family’s spiritual needs.
• Develop a spiritual Plan of Care based on identified needs.
• Make all reasonable efforts to facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors, or other individuals who can support the patient’s spiritual needs.
• Ensure patients and families know of the availability of spiritual care services.
• Provide direct spiritual support as needed/wanted to patients and families.
• As a member of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), provide updates to the patient’s spiritual Plan of Care.
• Provide bereavement follow-up services as needed.
• Within 24 hours, document in the patient’s chart any contact with patient or family.
• Conduct or make arrangements for funeral or memorial services as needed.
• Provide regular memorial services to nursing homes and assist with the annual Hospice of NCO memorial service.

 
 
Qualifications
 

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology preferred.
• Minimum of one professional or academic training in the field of ministry, chaplaincy, or spiritual support.
• Experience providing spiritual care and support.
• Ability to be open, flexible, and ecumenical, supporting the spiritual needs of individuals from any and all faith backgrounds.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, with the ability to visit patient’s homes.

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