CHAPLAIN - LilyCare of New Hampshire

I.          QUALIFICATIONS 

Degree from an accredited theological school is preferred. Ordained with at least 2 years of pastoral experience. Must be able to counsel to persons who come from diverse religious/spiritual backgrounds. He/she must be knowledgeable of the religious community within the hospice service are. He/she must be able to relate to a wide variety of patients/families. He/she must understand the hospice philosophy and be in agreement with it.

 II.         RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chaplain works as a member of the hospice Interdisciplinary Team and under the direction of the Chaplain Services Coordinator to:

·        Contact patient/family or coordinate with another community clergy member in accordance with the hospice Plan of Care.

·        Perform the Initial Spiritual Assessment of assigned patients.

·        Function as a liaison between the IDT and the religious community.

·        Provide direct spiritual support to patient/family, hospice employees and volunteers.

·        Provide input and feedback regarding the patient/family spiritual needs.

·        Document appropriately all visits for the patient’s medical records.

·        Develop and update the Spiritual Plan of Care.

·        Participate with Self Managed Care Teams to provide support and education for patient/families based on the hospice philosophy of care.

·        Participate in IDT meetings and keep team members informed of changes in patient/family spiritual POC.

·        Assist with community awareness functions, as necessary and requested.

·        Participate in the Volunteer Training Program as requested.

·        Work with the Bereavement Coordinator for spiritual needs of the bereaved.

·        Work as a team member at all times and uphold the Hospice Code of Ethics.

·        Participate in CQI activities as requested.

·        Document all activities and mileage accurately on Daily Itinerary Form

·        Maintain current driver’s license, auto insurance and a dependable means of transportation