Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: St. Joseph Hospice in Alexandria, LA is hiring a Part-Time Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator. Responsibilities include participating in IDT meetings, assessing spiritual needs, coordinating bereavement activities, and maintaining volunteer records. Qualifications include a theology degree, flexibility, and experience in bereavement care. A current LA driver's license is required. Experience in hospice or healthcare is preferred. EOE.
Job Description
Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator
Department:
St Joseph Hospice
Location:
Alexandria, LA Come join our dedicated staff! St. Joseph Hospice is seeking a Part-Time Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator to join our team! We invite you to become a part of one of the fastest-growing Home Health Care and Hospice agencies that spans across six states and employs over 2,400 healthcare professionals. Our vast network of healthcare providers allows us to provide optimal patient care and seamless transition across service lines.
Job duties:
Participate in IDT meetings & will assist the IDT in evaluating and assessing patients and/or family spiritual needs
Maintain proper records of visits as determined by the guidelines and regulations of hospice services
Arrange for on-call availability of Chaplain services
Work with staff, clergy and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients and families
Plans, organizes, and coordinates all bereavement activities
Responsible for bereavement to patient’s family and caregivers as set forth by Medicare hospice guidelines
Ensures documentation of all bereavement activities on a clinical note to be incorporated in the clinical record
Clerical duties as maintaining organized volunteer records
Provides a comprehensive orientation and training program
Qualifications:
Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in pastoral ministry
Ability to be open, flexible and ecumenical
Make patient visits at their place of residence
Comfortable in working with patients and families with life-threatening illness and death
Documented experience in care of bereaved
Ability to work well with people, communicate efficiently
Time management skills
Must have a current LA driver’s license
Hospice or healthcare setting experience preferred but not required Exceptional People providing Exceptional Care. All inquiries will be kept confidential. EOE
