Compassionate Hospice Spiritual Counselor

Riverside Hospital; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Hospice Agencies in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Spiritual Counselor to provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers. You will join an interdisciplinary team and contribute to the mission of Riverside Hospice Agencies, delivering personalized spiritual care and collaborating with clergy as needed.

The role requires a Masters in Divinity or Theology, hospice experience preferred, and relevant ACPE certifications.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Divinity or Theology is required.
• Related Hospice experience preferred.
• ACPE Educator Certification within 2 years preferred; A.C.P.E. unit required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality discussions.
• Develops an individualized spiritual plan of care with clergy collaboration as desired.
• Documents counseling in the patient’s clinical record and updates plan of care.
• Notifies physician and team of changes and coordinates with CHAP standards.
• Engages in training and support of team members and other coordinators.

Skills

Spiritual care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Education

Masters Degree, Divinity or Theology

ACPE Educator Certification

American Council of Pastoral Education - 1 Unit Upon Hire

Job description

Riverside Hospice Agencies in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Spiritual Counselor to provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers. You will join an interdisciplinary team and contribute to the mission of Riverside Hospice Agencies, delivering personalized spiritual care and collaborating with clergy as needed.

The role requires a Masters in Divinity or Theology, hospice experience preferred, and relevant ACPE certifications.