Housecall Providers
Spiritual Counselor PRN
Housecall Providers, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Housecall Providers
Housecall Providers is a Portland area nonprofit organization and one of the largest providers of medical care exclusively in the home in the Western United States. We are proving every day that in home medical services for homebound and chronically ill patients can improve health outcomes, increase patient comfort, reduce health care costs and increase provider satisfaction. We are a proud part of the CareOregon family of health organizations.
Job Title:
Spiritual Counselor PRN
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
HCP-Hospice
Manager Title:
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Direct Reports:
n/a
Requisition #:
24469
Pay and Benefits:
Estimated hiring range $34.30 - $41.92 / hour, 5% bonus target, limited benefits.
www.careoregon.org/about-us/careers/benefits
Posting Notes:
This role will work 100% in the community and support the Portland Metro area. Candidates will need to have 5 weekdays of availability per month. Candidates will need to work more hours during the first few weeks of orientation.
Job Summary:
The Spiritual Counselor is responsible for assessing the spiritual and religious needs of patients and their families and caregivers, providing spiritual support in accordance with their wishes, and supporting families in the bereavement process.
Essential Responsibilities:
Performs comprehensive spiritual assessment and implements or coordinates the provision of spiritual counseling and support to hospice patients and their families according to the plan of care.
Develops an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care which demonstrates an effort to work in close collaboration with local clergy whenever desired by the patient and provide spiritual support as needed and defined by the patient/family.
Offers patients/families of different philosophies and religious backgrounds opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
Provides on-call chaplaincy services when requested.
Assesses patient/family response to care.
Performs occasional service assignments such as the annual memorial service and monthly memorial services with staff.
Participates in patient care conferences, exploring and assessing the spiritual needs of patients/families and updates care team on patient beliefs.
Conducts or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial services when requested.
Develops and maintains a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
Provides educational programs for Housecall Providers staff, community clergy, religious and lay representatives as appropriate.
Meets with individual staff regarding personal spiritual/pastoral issues that may affect their ability to function effectively.
Maintains current knowledge and understanding of predominant religious/spiritual traditions and various religious groups in the service area.
Collaborates as needed with Housecall Providers staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards according to policies and procedures.
Experience and/or Education:
Required:
Master of Theology
OR
minimum 2 units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program.
Minimum of 3 months' experience in hospice, counseling, hospice precepting program or similar setting.
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle.
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position.
Preferred:
Master of Theology
OR
minimum 4 or more units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program.
Board certification or board certification in process through the APC, NACC, NAJC, or SCA.
Experience with electronic medical records.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice setting.
Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations.
Demonstrate ability in spiritual care and counseling in a hospice setting.
Ability to provide an inter-faith approach to spiritual care demonstrating a high level of cultural and theological competence in working with diverse faith and belief systems.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity.
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization.
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed.
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks.
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures.
Ability to tolerate grief.
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups.
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions.
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress.
Ability to see, read, hear and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day.
Ability to push, pull, stand, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day.
Ability to lift, carry, walk, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for up to 3 hours/day.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions.
Working Conditions:
Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office, Community Facilities/Security, Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing: No, Telephonic, In Person
Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology.
Travel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving may be required in all kinds of weather conditions. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule: This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
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Housecall Providers is a Portland area nonprofit organization and one of the largest providers of medical care exclusively in the home in the Western United States. We are proving every day that in home medical services for homebound and chronically ill patients can improve health outcomes, increase patient comfort, reduce health care costs and increase provider satisfaction. We are a proud part of the CareOregon family of health organizations.
Job Title:
Spiritual Counselor PRN
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
HCP-Hospice
Manager Title:
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Direct Reports:
n/a
Requisition #:
24469
Pay and Benefits:
Estimated hiring range $34.30 - $41.92 / hour, 5% bonus target, limited benefits.
www.careoregon.org/about-us/careers/benefits
Posting Notes:
This role will work 100% in the community and support the Portland Metro area. Candidates will need to have 5 weekdays of availability per month. Candidates will need to work more hours during the first few weeks of orientation.
Job Summary:
The Spiritual Counselor is responsible for assessing the spiritual and religious needs of patients and their families and caregivers, providing spiritual support in accordance with their wishes, and supporting families in the bereavement process.
Essential Responsibilities:
Performs comprehensive spiritual assessment and implements or coordinates the provision of spiritual counseling and support to hospice patients and their families according to the plan of care.
Develops an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care which demonstrates an effort to work in close collaboration with local clergy whenever desired by the patient and provide spiritual support as needed and defined by the patient/family.
Offers patients/families of different philosophies and religious backgrounds opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feelings, beliefs and values.
Provides on-call chaplaincy services when requested.
Assesses patient/family response to care.
Performs occasional service assignments such as the annual memorial service and monthly memorial services with staff.
Participates in patient care conferences, exploring and assessing the spiritual needs of patients/families and updates care team on patient beliefs.
Conducts or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial services when requested.
Develops and maintains a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
Provides educational programs for Housecall Providers staff, community clergy, religious and lay representatives as appropriate.
Meets with individual staff regarding personal spiritual/pastoral issues that may affect their ability to function effectively.
Maintains current knowledge and understanding of predominant religious/spiritual traditions and various religious groups in the service area.
Collaborates as needed with Housecall Providers staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards according to policies and procedures.
Experience and/or Education:
Required:
Master of Theology
OR
minimum 2 units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program.
Minimum of 3 months' experience in hospice, counseling, hospice precepting program or similar setting.
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle.
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position.
Preferred:
Master of Theology
OR
minimum 4 or more units of clinical pastoral education in a graduate program and completion of a comprehensive hospice training program.
Board certification or board certification in process through the APC, NACC, NAJC, or SCA.
Experience with electronic medical records.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice setting.
Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations.
Demonstrate ability in spiritual care and counseling in a hospice setting.
Ability to provide an inter-faith approach to spiritual care demonstrating a high level of cultural and theological competence in working with diverse faith and belief systems.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity.
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization.
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed.
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks.
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures.
Ability to tolerate grief.
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups.
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions.
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress.
Ability to see, read, hear and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day.
Ability to push, pull, stand, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day.
Ability to lift, carry, walk, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for up to 3 hours/day.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions.
Working Conditions:
Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office, Community Facilities/Security, Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing: No, Telephonic, In Person
Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology.
Travel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving may be required in all kinds of weather conditions. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule: This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
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