Spiritual Care Coordinator

Spiritual Care Coordinator

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, youll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in peoples lives every day.

TheSpiritual Care Coordinator reports to the Director Professional Services. Responsible to provide spiritual support to patients, caregivers and the hospice staff via phone contact, home visits and referrals to the patient/caregiver, local clergy. Assists with memorial services and activities relating to spiritual and religious issues of patient, caregiver and interdisciplinary team.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited school of theology, counseling, or Social Work or equivalent or ordination in good standing. Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred. If affiliated or endorsed by a denomination or faith group must be in good standing with said group, as evidenced by a certificate of ordination or certification.
• Ability to develop and maintain rapport with caregiver and patients.
• Demonstrated experience in working with patients and caregivers coping with terminal illness and death.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of Hospice philosophy/palliative care and Medicare Hospice benefit rules & regulations.
• Experience in patient/caregiver counseling.
• Computer skills preferred
• Ability to travel 100%

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace