Hospice Chaplain- Per Diem
Greenwich, CT - USA
Job Summary
Health Care Connectors is a leading home healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate high-quality care to patients in the comfort of their homes. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure each patient receives personalized care that promotes healing independence and overall well-being.
At Health Care Connectors we are committed to creating a supportive collaborative and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and make a meaningful impact. When you join our team you will:
- Work in a supportive and collaborative clinical environment
- Deliver meaningful one-on-one care to patients in their homes
- Be part of a growing and innovative home healthcare organization
- Have opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
- Make a direct impact on patient outcomes and quality of life
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Chaplain (Per Diem) to join our hospice team. The Hospice Chaplain provides spiritual emotional and bereavement support to patients and their families respecting each individuals beliefs values and cultural traditions. The Chaplain collaborates with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure holistic patient-centered care throughout the end-of-life journey.
Required
- Bachelors degree in Theology Divinity Pastoral Care Religious Studies or a related field (Master of Divinity preferred)
- Ordination ecclesiastical endorsement or equivalent recognized by the applicants faith tradition if applicable
- Experience providing spiritual care in hospice home health hospital or healthcare settings preferred
- Knowledge of end-of-life care grief bereavement and hospice philosophy
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Provide spiritual assessments for hospice patients and their families based on individual beliefs values and preferences
- Develop and implement individualized spiritual care plans as part of the interdisciplinary plan of care
- Offer spiritual counseling prayer rituals and other faith-based or non-denominational support as requested
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients families and caregivers coping with serious illness and end-of-life issues
- Assist patients and families in finding meaning hope comfort and peace during the hospice journey
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with nurses social workers physicians and other hospice staff
- Provide bereavement support and resources to families before and after a patients passing
- Document spiritual care visits and maintain accurate timely patient records in accordance with hospice regulations
- Support hospice staff through education consultation and compassionate presence when needed
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Hourly Rate $30 - $40 an hour
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