About this position
Job Summary
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Occupation: Spiritual Counselor
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Specialty: Hospice / Bereavement Care
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Salary: $18.63–$28.43/hour
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Working Hours: Varies
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Shifts: Varies
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On-Call: No
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Degree Required: Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (B.D., M.Div., or equivalent preferred)
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Position Type: Part Time, as Needed
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Work Environment: Hospice / Community Support
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Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States
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Visa Sponsorship: No
Job Description
We’re looking for dedicated Spiritual Counselors who are passionate about guiding patients and families through times of illness, loss, and grief. In this role, you will provide compassionate spiritual support to hospice patients, their families, and caregivers, while fostering coping skills for challenges related to terminal illness and bereavement.
You will serve as an active member of the interdisciplinary care team, plan and lead community support group sessions, and provide both spiritual and bereavement counseling services. This role is deeply rooted in empathy, respect for diverse beliefs, and collaboration with community clergy.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide spiritual guidance and counseling to hospice patients, families, and caregivers.
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Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and contribute to holistic patient care.
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Deliver bereavement counseling services as part of hospice programming.
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Plan, implement, and facilitate community support group sessions.
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Coordinate with local clergy and spiritual leaders to ensure comprehensive spiritual support.
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Respect and honor the diverse cultural, spiritual, and lifestyle values of patients and families.
Collaborative Teamwork
This role involves working closely with an interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver patient- and family-centered care. The counselor partners with colleagues across disciplines to ensure compassionate, whole-person support throughout the hospice and bereavement journey.
Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology (B.D., M.Div., or equivalent preferred).
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Certification in hospital or pastoral ministry preferred.
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Experience working with patients and families facing terminal illness, loss, or grief.
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Hospice/home visit experience preferred.
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Comfortable working in an interfaith setting.
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a care team.
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Demonstrated ability to respect and support diverse lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
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Ability to network with community clergy and congregations.
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Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
Benefits You'll Enjoy
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Dental
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Vision and 403B
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Life Insurance
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Flex Spending Accounts
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AFLAC Supplemental Plans
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Employee Assistance Program
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Gym Membership Reimbursement
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Paid Time Off
Welcome To RRH
Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program.
Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.
About Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.