Impactful Hospice Chaplain & Bereavement Coordinator

Paradigm Health; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

PTO 136 hours

Payday Fridays

Health benefits

401k match

Job summary

Paradigm Health in Indiana is seeking a full-time Hospice Chaplain to join our patient-focused team. The territory covers 1-2 counties around the Auburn office, delivering compassionate spiritual support from start of care through bereavement.

You will assess spiritual needs, coordinate with medical staff, and connect patients and families with community resources, while embracing non-denominational guidance and a culture of care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Ministry, Counseling or related field.
• Current driver's license.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• One year hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and comprehensive spiritual assessments within a 5 day window from the start of care date.
• Coordinates care planning with the physician, patient/family, other healthcare team members and HHA staff to facilitate optimal patient outcomes.
• Acts as liaison between Hospice and the spiritual community.
• Provides non-denominational spiritual counseling per patient and/or family request.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, Clinical Nurse Manager and administrative team.
• Assists family in understanding the grief process.
• Participates in the bereavement program as requested including facilitating grief support groups, leading funeral services, and bereavement counseling.

Skills

Hospice experience

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Ministry or Counseling

Job description

Paradigm Health in Indiana is seeking a full-time Hospice Chaplain to join our patient-focused team. The territory covers 1-2 counties around the Auburn office, delivering compassionate spiritual support from start of care through bereavement.

You will assess spiritual needs, coordinate with medical staff, and connect patients and families with community resources, while embracing non-denominational guidance and a culture of care.