Hospice Spiritual Care Counselor (Interfaith)

Harmony Hospice, LLC; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Hospice, LLC seeks a compassionate Chaplain/Spiritual Care Provider to support patients and families; you will assess needs, participate in care planning, and coordinate with IDG and clergy as needed.

The role requires hospice experience, interfaith sensitivity, and the ability to document care thoroughly; a valid driver's license is expected to enable visits. Experience with bereavement support is valued.

Qualifications

• Ordained, commissioned or credentialed according to the practices of an organized religious group.
• Comfortable in an interfaith setting.
• Hospice experience preferred. Completed at least one unit of clinical pastoral education from a nationally recognized provider
• Able to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs and values.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and spiritual support to meet patients' and families' beliefs and care plans.
• Conduct spiritual assessment within 5 days of admission.
• Assist in developing and implementing the interdisciplinary care plan related to spiritual care.
• Collaborate with local clergy when desired by the patient.
• Maintain and submit written records: initial evaluation, care plan, daily notes.
• Evaluate patient and family response to spiritual counseling.
• Coordinate weekly visits with Case Managers to align staff visits.
• Participate in IDG and QAPI meetings and activities.
• Conduct religious services, prayers, and rituals as appropriate.
• Work with other professionals to resolve spiritual/ethical issues.
• Provide spiritual and bereavement support to staff as needed.
• Offer consultation and education to IDG on spiritual care.
• Provide funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
• Invest in self-development to improve spiritual practice through education and activities.

Skills

Interfaith communication

Hospice experience

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Theology degree or seminary

Job description

Harmony Hospice, LLC seeks a compassionate Chaplain/Spiritual Care Provider to support patients and families; you will assess needs, participate in care planning, and coordinate with IDG and clergy as needed.

The role requires hospice experience, interfaith sensitivity, and the ability to document care thoroughly; a valid driver's license is expected to enable visits. Experience with bereavement support is valued.