Spiritual Care Coordinator

Do you believe no one should die alone? We do too. As a Spiritual Care Coordinator, you would be able to provide care and comfort to United Hospice's patients and families at a highly vulnerable moment. We believe that it is a privilege to deliver compassionate care and honor our patients' singular journey at a time of great need. At United Hospice, it all about caring for the patient and their family.

Pay

$50,000–$60,000 per year, commensurate with applicable experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Other perks

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, with a shared weekend rotation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families as requested by patient/family
• Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice
• Contribute to patient and family counseling and education
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment
• Document spiritual care assessments, interventions, and outcomes in an appropriate and timely manner following UH documentation standards
• Contact community clergy on the patient/family's behalf
• Assist in the development/planning of hospice-related events that contain a spiritual component
• Participate in QAPI program and hospice-sponsored in-service training
• Participate in or conduct memorial services or funerals for patients, as requested
• Assist in bereavement activities as appropriate
• Maintain Point of Service documentation
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned
• Incorporate the organization’s commitment to customer service and continuous quality improvement into daily work habits

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or advanced training in pastoral care/counseling
• Knowledge of emotional effects of death, grief, and loss
• Ability to be open, flexible, and ecumenical in ministry
• Commitment to the hospice concept and its implementation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Two (2) units of CPE preferred
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and workforce in a personable and effective manner
• Access to a vehicle to visit patients in Rockland County, our Joe Raso Hospice Residence, and Orange County