ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct spiritual support to patients/families.
• Works with staff, clergy, and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Group conference by exploring and assessing the potential spiritual needs of patients/families and reporting on services as indicated.
• Maintains proper records of visits to patients/families.
• Makes contact with clergy or appropriate representatives of patients/families as indicated.
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered. Submits documentation in a timely manner
• Conducts or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial services when indicated.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of accredited Seminary or School of Theology, or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
• Must have documentation of completion of at least one unit of clinical pastoral education from a nationally recognized provider.
• Must have Certification of Ordination.




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