Hospice Spiritual Care Counselor

Riverside-Walter-Reed-Hospice; Gloucester Point (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside-Walter-Reed-Hospice is seeking a Spiritual Counselor in Gloucester, VA. You will provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning to align with patient wishes and needs.

Responsibilities include developing individualized spiritual plans, coordinating with clergy as requested, and documenting care in the patient record. Weekend and on-call rotations may apply; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in pastoral care/theological studies required.
• Hospice experience preferred (1 year)
• ACPE Educator Certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Develop an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care in collaboration with local clergy as desired by patient/family.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss quality and outcomes.

Skills

Pastoral care

Communication

Team collaboration

Emotional intelligence

Education

Master of Pastoral Care

Job description

Riverside-Walter-Reed-Hospice is seeking a Spiritual Counselor in Gloucester, VA. You will provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and caregivers, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning to align with patient wishes and needs.

Responsibilities include developing individualized spiritual plans, coordinating with clergy as requested, and documenting care in the patient record. Weekend and on-call rotations may apply; a valid driver's license is required.