Chaplain

Primary function is to provide spiritual care in the home to terminally ill patients and their families. To provide an
assessment of the patient’s and family’s spiritual needs and to provide counseling to meet those needs. Makes reasonable efforts to
facilitate visits by local clergy, pastoral counselors or other individuals who can support the patient’s spiritual needs. Participates as
a core member of the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/IDT).

Essential Functions:

Assess the Hospice patient and support system to identify spiritual needs as evidenced by the Plan of Care (POC),
documentation in the clinical records, and IDG/IDT conference minutes. Provide support for the spiritual needs of
patient/family.
Attend IDG/IDT meetings and participate in the patient care planning process. Participate in Quality Assessment
Performance Improvement process as required.
Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills, facilitates the use of these skills by other team members
to achieve desirable outcomes.
Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and
private eligibility standards and requirements.
Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Demonstrates understanding of coordination and continuity of care by collaborating with the IDG/IDT.
Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the
patients/families.