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Chaplain

THE WHAT

Are you a chaplain looking for an environment that is both meaningful and flexible? If so, we want you Ancora Home Health and Hospice is in need of a compassionate chaplain who is dedicated to providing quality care and spiritual support to patients and their family/caregivers during end-of-life. This position allows for flexible scheduling with a mentorship program that is as hands-on (or off) as needed, providing you with the right amount of freedom and support.

THE WHO

Ancora Home Health and Hospice is part of Aegis Healthcare, a company specializing in providing premier post-acute continuum of care services unknown to exist elsewhere. Through continuous innovation and improvement, our fast-growing company provides opportunities for career development and growth for those seeking leadership positions.

THE WHY

Our mission is simple: Provide high-quality, compassionate care. By living our values of Character, Experience & Trust, both personally and professionally, our employees are making a difference in our communities and in the lives of those we serve. It's the Ancora difference.

THE PERKS

You spend a good portion of your life working, so why not enjoy the people and place you call the office? In addition to the usual reasons people come to work (compensation, benefits, snacks), we have an employee experience program that truly sets us apart. We believe in the importance of having a work-life balance and want you to enjoy all that life has to offer. Flight to Hawaii? Skydiving? Broadway play? You choose it - the experience is yours

THE FINER DETAILS

Health Benefits - we have them

• Comprehensive Medical Plan

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

Career Benefits - the sky is the limit

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Years of Service Recognition

• Continued Training and Education

• Career Advancement Opportunities

Financial Benefits - life happens

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• Life, Accident and Disability Insurance

Personal Benefits - you deserve a break

• Paid Time Off

• Aegis Experience Rewards Program

Be The Difference - because you can

• Thrive on establishing high level standards

• Commit to professionalism while performing job duties and responsibilities

• Have a positive attitude

• Be a team player and a problem solver

• Possess honesty and integrity

Job Responsibilities - you knew they were coming

• Provide direct emotional and spiritual support.

• Counsel patients/families as needed while keeping in line with their beliefs.

• Work with staff, clergy and community groups to enhance their sensitivity and educate on the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss.

• Participate in IDG conference by exploring and assessing the potential spiritual needs of patients/families and reporting on services as provided.

• Provide bereavement follow-up services as assigned.

• Maintain proper records of visits to patients/families.

• Make contact with clergy or appropriate representatives of patients/families as indicated.

• Perform occasional liturgical assignments, such as memorial services with staff or community events.

• Conduct or make arrangements for funeral or memorial service when indicated.

• Develop and maintain a resource group of clergies to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.

• Arrange for on-call availability of spiritual services.

• Provide educational programs for community clergy, religious and lay representatives as resources allow.

• Guide and educate family members and caregivers as needed.

• Observe, note, and report on progress of long and short-term treatment goals.

Skills and Qualifications - we know you have them

• Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred; active patient contact within the past three years, preferred.

• Ability to respond appropriately to a crisis outside of a hospital setting.

• Accept and adapt to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes other than your own.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills among different types of personalities.

• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgement.

• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and reliable automobile; proof of current automobile insurance.

• Criminal background check clearance/fingerprint clearance.

• Negative TB test required.

• Current CPR certification.

Physical Requirements - to support others

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet essential duties of this position.

Mental Requirements - you went to school for this

Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessment of situations and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Environment - there will be snacks

Works indoors in agency office and patient homes/care facilities; travel to and from patients is required. Must be able to tolerate exposure to elements, including, but not limited to the following: odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.