ESSENCE OF LIFE HOSPICE is looking for a Hospice Chaplain to join our team to care for our hospice patients in the comfort of their homes or in care facilities located throughout our southern service area. Outstanding communication skills (observation, verbal, and written), the ability to multitask effectively, and keen attention to detail are a must. Individuals who understand the hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying are encouraged to apply! Please see our website www.essencehospice.com for more information.
Qualifications:
Required Skills and Experience:
- Spiritual Care related master’s degree, Clinical Pastoral Education, or Hospice Spiritual Counselor Education.
- Six (6) months, or more, of relatable spiritual care experience, preferably in a medical/hospice setting.
- Demonstrated socialization skills.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Knowledge of Hospice philosophy and concept.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.
Essential Functions
- Provide direct spiritual support to patients and families in keeping with their individual beliefs.
- Document and prepare initial assessments.
- Maintain proper documentation of visits to patients and families.
- Offering Communion, as needed.
- Conducting funerals or memorial services, as needed.
- Work with staff, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients and families.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Make contact with clergy as indicated by patients and families.
- Assist with volunteer training and staff education.
- Participate in the Hospice Quality Assessment Performance Improvement program.
- Available for on call rotation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Part-time
Starting Pay
- Based on Experience + Mileage
- Mileage is paid at federal rate
Benefits
Benefit Conditions:
This position is located in Amana, Iowa and will require candidates to have a motor vehicle in working condition. Essence of Life Hospice serves patients within a 50+ mile radius of Amana.
Essence of Life Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you live within a 50-mile radius of Amana, IA?
Education:
Experience:
- Chaplain: 1 year (Required)
- relevant: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Multiple locations