Hospice Chaplain

Compassus; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Compassus seeks a Chaplain to provide spiritual support to patients and families within a hospice setting, aligning with the Compassus values and upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct. The Chaplain collaborates with the IDT to develop care plans, promotes nondiscrimination, and coordinates alongside clergy for patient comfort.

Requirements include a hospice background, ordination or commissioning documentation, and at least one year of pastoral or spiritual support experience; a Divinity-related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Divinity, Social Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Completion of at least one unit of CPE preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in spiritual/pastoral support.
• Minimum of one year experience in pastoral support related to loss, grief, bereavement, or trauma preferred.
• Documentation of ordination or commission as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Explains hospice services and Medicare benefits to patients and families; obtains informed consent and election documents.
• Submit documentation to facilities after patient visits per policy.
• Articulate regulatory framework governing spiritual care (federal/state).
• Participate as an IDT member and contribute to the plan of care.
• Provide spiritual care to patient and family; involve community clergy if requested.
• Counsel patient and family; support bereavement processes; coordinate with IDT for care continuity.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

English proficient

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Divinity or related field

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) unit

Job description

Company

Compassus

Position Summary

The Chaplain is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Chaplain is a hospice-trained individual who provides spiritual support to patients and the members of the family. S/he may be a priest, minister, rabbi, or other individual with experience in spiritual support. The Chaplain is not intended to replace the patient's own clergy, but to provide spiritual support and help.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Explains hospice services and Medicare benefits to patients and families; obtains Informed Consent and Election of Benefits documents as requested.
• Submits appropriate documentation and paperwork to facilities at the completion of patient visits; documentation is completed and submitted timely according to company policy.
• Articulates the regulatory framework governing the role of the Spiritual Counselor (federal and state, if applicable).
• Participates as a member of the IDT, including development and implementation of the plan of care.
• Provides spiritual care support to the patient and family; supports the involvement of community clergy as the patient/family request.
• Assists in identifying the need for intervention of other IDT members.
• Effectively communicates patient and family needs to IDT.
• Collaborates with IDT to coordinate spiritual care support for the patient and family to ensure appropriateness, continuity, and quality of care.
• Maintains updated, comprehensive care plans which reflect current problems, goals and interventions for patients.
• Maintains respect for the family's environment and belief systems, and remains nondiscriminatory regarding age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, and other personal matters.
• Counsels in accordance with patient’s and family’s beliefs.
• Supports the patient and family in working through the stages of death, grief, and bereavement.
• Acts as liaison with the clerical community to interpret the needs of the hospice patient and family, and helps recruit clerical volunteers for the hospice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Divinity, Social Sciences, or other related field preferred, unless required per state regulation.
• Completion of at least one (1) unit of CPE preferred, unless required per state regulation.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the provision of spiritual/ pastoral support to individuals or families required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the provision of pastoral support to individuals/ families related to loss, grief, bereavement, or trauma preferred.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.
• Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.
• Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records.
• Strong skills in counseling the terminally ill and his/her family.
• A positive, compassionate, and empathetic attitude.
• Ability to counsel patient and family and assist local clergy in rendering pastoral care.

State Specific Requirements

• Documentation of ordination or commission by a recognized faith group; completed at least one unit of clinical pastoral education from a nationally recognized provider.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The demands of this role necessate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities.

Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected.

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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