Spiritual Counselor

About Us

Benefits

• Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our part-time team members including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/ .

Essential Job Responsibilities

• 1. Meets with residents and their families to assess spiritual care needs and introduces spiritual care services as part of their applicable admissions process and timing.
• 2. Documents spiritual care visits with residents in electronic health record system.
• 3. Leads spiritually based activities such as Bible studies, prayer groups, hymn sings and services.
• 4. Provides compassion and sensitivity to the needs of others no matter race, religion or sexual orientation.
• 5. Provides and/or coordinates pastoral care and spiritual/religious services in accordance with the beliefs of residents, including administration of the sacraments and funeral/memorial services as requested.
• 6. Conducts and coordinates end-of-life rituals and funeral/memorial services, including dignity walks and bedside services.
• 7. Develops and maintains relationships with community clergy. Serves as liaison to the resident’s community of faith.

Spiritual Counselor Minimum Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates theological understanding and respect of all faith expressions, beliefs, and values
• License, Ordination and/or Ecclesiastical Endorsement by a recognized religious organization
• 2 years pastoral care or chaplain ministry experience
• Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education or the ability to complete within two years of hire
• Commitment to personal self-care and spiritual development
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations including being able to work irregular hours, attend meetings and special events
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communicate both effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (M. Div. or equivalent theological degree).
• Chaplaincy Board Certified
• Experience working with seniors