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Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care KS
Chaplain (Hospice)
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What they do
A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.
$60,741 / year median in Kansas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! Now Hiring - Chaplain The Chaplain will be responsible for, but not limited to: Provides pastoral or spiritual counseling in keeping with patient/family beliefs, and in accordance with Ascend Hospice policies and procedures. Completes spiritual/pastoral assessment as indicated and appropriate, completed within 1 day of admission. Develops an individualized spiritual/pastoral plan of care, according to regulations. Offers patients and families of different philosophies and religious beliefs opportunities to discuss and share their thoughts, feeling, beliefs and values. Responds to hospice patient/family needs as requested. Coordinates and integrates pastoral services with other patient/family care services in order to ensure a continuum of care, including continuity of care following death or discharge. Prays with families and patients, if and when desired by the patient and/or family unit. Effectively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary Hospice team, providing quality Hospice care to the patient and his/her family. Provides bereavement services, in accordance with Ascend Hospice policies and procedures. Initiates bereavement assessment between 7 and 14 days after the death of the patient. Documents a plan of care for the bereaved survivors, based on the IDT's assessment. Ascend Hospice - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees. We are proud to