Spiritual Care Coordinator

Concordia Visiting Nurses is a Medicare-certified, state licensed, Medicaid approved home health agency operating in nine Western Pennsylvania counties. For well over a decade, Concordia Visiting Nurses has provided high-quality skilled nursing, palliative care, and a variety of therapy services to our patients. Our goal is to deliver quality home health services, in good faith, to those who entrust themselves to our care and to minister to the unique needs of each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as wellThe Spiritual Care Coordinator is responsible for the provision of patient-directed, spiritual care services for patients, families, and caregivers either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual care providers.QUALIFICATIONSGraduate of accredited seminary, school of theology, or a degree in counseling, or equivalent experience.Ability to work in an interfaith setting, with different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.Knowledge of Homecare philosophy of care.Demonstrates excellent planning, observation and communication skills.Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.Experience with patients, families and caregivers dealing with illness.Must have a valid and current PA driver's license, with reliable, independent means of transportation.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssesses spiritual needs and provides consultation to patients/families/caregivers or the patient's clergy if desired in a timely and supportive manner.Assists in spiritual care of patients and family members upon request.Assists patients with referral to their home church or church of their choosing upon request.Assists patients and their families with spiritual care issues which may interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from their medical care.Attends case conferences and team meetings; participates in overall coordination of patient care bringing information regarding psychosocial, pastoral, and physical information affecting the patient and family.Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation.Provides consultation, education, and support to the homecare team on spiritual care.DocumentationAccurately completes required documentation for each visit on the day of the visit and submits it to the office daily, but no less than weekly.Documents all communication and follow-up with coordination of further referrals to patient's church/synagogue, clergy, social worker, or other appropriate services as needed.CommunicationMaintains positive communication with patients/families/caregivers, staff, and other contacts.Maintains on-going liaison and communication with staff.Professional StandardsMaintains a professional standard of conduct, projecting a positive image of the agency at all times.Spiritual care coordinators/volunteers will not be asked to compromise their own beliefs.Complies with risk management practices.Adheres to all policies and practices of the company.Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information. Benefits:Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceWorkplace Wellness403(b) Retirement PlanPaid Life Insurance PolicyDirect DepositTuition Reimbursement ProgramVacation/PTOPaid HolidaysCompetitive WagesReferral ProgramSeniority/Appreciation BonusesFuneral LeaveVoluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramEOEBenefits and Wages may vary based on location. Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.Other details Travel Required Yes Apply Now