SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR

Mmhealth; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Batesville, Indiana, is seeking someone to provide spiritual care and support for terminally ill patients and their families. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Theology, or a related field, along with a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include assessing spiritual needs, providing guidance, and coordinating with other team members. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds and operate standard office equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience required.
• Must be able to operate a computer, copier, phone, & automobile.

Responsibilities

• Provide care/activities linked to patients’ terminal illness.
• Assess patient/family spiritual needs.
• Provide ongoing spiritual support/guidance.

Skills

Computer Operation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Theology, or related field

Job description

Provide care/activities related to the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness to promote the patient’s well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process, as well as support for the patients’ families and Hospice team members.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competencies for all populations served
• Assesses patient/family spiritual needs
• Provides on‑going spiritual support/guidance to patients & families
• May conduct or make arrangements for funerals & memorial services
• Knowledgeable of grieving process & psychosocial ramifications
• Coordinates with other pastors
• Participates in IDG
• Coordinates with other disciplines
• Submits documentation timely according to departmental requirements
• Submits accurate documentation that reflects the actual day, time, & services provided
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to operate a computer, copier, phone, & automobile

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent majoring in Psychology, Theology, or related field preferred
• A minimum of 1 year related work experience required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Other.

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