Hospice Chaplain/ Bereavement Coordinator - (San Francisco)
Health Link Home Health Agency, United States
Job Description
Established in 2005, Health Link Home Health continues to offer individualized and unparalleled quality home health care to individuals in the comfort of their own home. For close to 20 years, we continue to serve as a trusted and local in-home health care provider with expert knowledge in rehabilitative care, elderly health care, post-acute and surgical care.
Our back office is dedicated to supporting our field clinicians, which truly allows them to function remotely and independently.
We embrace a collaborative communication style to ensure the proper administration of a patient’s Plan of Care. Our goal is to facilitate the best possible environment for our patient’s care. We know that there is no place like home to get well.Health Link Home Health and Hospice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator to join our esteemed team in San Francisco. If you are passionate about delivering the highest quality spiritual care services to patients and their families/caregivers, we invite you to become a part of our growing company.
As a trusted in-home health care provider, we specialize in rehabilitative care, elderly health care, post-acute and surgical care. By joining our team, you will contribute to our mission of providing exceptional support and guidance during challenging times.
As a Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator at Health Link Home Health and Hospice, you will play a crucial role in providing spiritual care services to patients and their families/caregivers. Your primary responsibilities will include
- Spiritual Care: Utilizing your theological education and expertise, you will deliver compassionate and culturally sensitive spiritual care to patients and their families/caregivers. This will involve offering support, counseling, and guidance during times of illness, grief, and loss.
- Bereavement Coordination: You will facilitate bereavement support services and coordinate grief counseling for families/caregivers after the loss of a loved one. By providing a compassionate presence and resources, you will assist individuals and groups in navigating their grief journey.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care for patients. Your ability to contribute to the team dynamic and integrate spiritual care into the overall treatment plan will be crucial.
- Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement: Actively participating in quality assessment and performance improvement activities, you will contribute to enhancing the overall care provided by Health Link Home Health and Hospice. Your insights and suggestions will help shape our services to meet the evolving needs of our patients and their families/caregivers.
Requirements
To excel in this role, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Certificate of graduation from an accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv, or equivalent theological degree) or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
- Previous experience working with death and the dying, particularly in relation to patients and their families/caregivers, is preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a contributing member of an interdisciplinary group, ensuring seamless care coordination.
- Comfort in an inter-faith setting, demonstrating respect and understanding for diverse spiritual beliefs and practices.
- Active participation in quality assessment and performance improvement teams and activities.
- Knowledge of and commitment to hospice care philosophy, with a deep understanding of death, grief, and bereavement.
- Understanding of grief responses and experience in providing counseling to individuals and/or groups dealing with loss.
Benefits
Health Link Home Health and Hospice offers the following benefits to our employees:
- Highly competitive compensation package, reflecting your skills and expertise.
- Mileage reimbursement to support travel expenses.
- Excellent back-office support and a friendly work environment.
- Opportunity to join a team of talented and compassionate professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional care.
If you are seeking a fulfilling role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families/caregivers, we encourage you to submit your resume now. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our dedicated team at Health Link Home Health and Hospice.