Hospice Chaplain

Overview Otterbein Hospice located in Bellefontaine Ohio is seeking a Part-Time Chaplain. The role of the Chaplain is to provide pastoral care and counseling for the Elders to ensure their spiritual well-being.

Responsibilities

Assist with the administration and direction of programs to maintain the highest quality of spiritual services Provide spiritual assessment, counseling and support to clients, families and others Participate in preparation, implementation and evaluation of the interdisciplinary care plan and conduct assessments in coordination with the interdisciplinary care team Interview clients/families as necessary and in a private meeting Provide non-judgmental spiritual care that honors the spiritual needs of the client/family/other Maintain client care information to assure client rights are protected and coordinate services with other departments Facilitate and arrange for visits with community clergy Perform memorial and funeral services as requested Complete all medical record, whether written or electronically, in a timely manner and in accordance with federal, state and Organization guidelines, policies and procedures Demonstrated knowledge of diverse religious, cultural and spiritual values/customs pertaining to illness, death and grieving Assist in providing support to associates/volunteers in coping with job-related stress

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and Ordained Minister Certificate in spiritual companioning Clinical pastoral education experience or prior experience in chaplaincy or pastoral care Strong interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of the spiritual issues related to illness, death and grieving Experience in health care preferred 1 year experience as a Hospice Chaplain or equivalent Hospital Chaplain experience Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Chaplain at Otterbein!