Pediatrics Complementary Therapy - Hospice Care In The Berkshires, Inc. - Pittsfield

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Hospice Care In The Berkshires, Inc.
877 South Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Phone:413-443-2994
Fax:413-443-7814
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Hospice is about hope – finding meaning in comforting care, quality of life, and support of family when facing a life-limiting illness.

Pediatrics Complementary Therapy
Pittsfield
Full Time
Healthcare/Healthcare Professional
  • Full time position in pediatric palliative care working in complementary therapy.
  • Collaborates with the PPC/HCIB Interdisciplinary team, identified patient and family to develop the plan of care that reflects customized therapeutic and psychotherapy goals.
  • Serves as a consultant on the PPC and HCIB Interdisciplinary teams regarding therapy and Psychotherapy techniques.
  • Provides psychoeducation regarding age-appropriate needs and responses
  • Assists the PPC Program Coordinator and Bereavement Coordinator in development, implementation and coordination of pediatric bereavement as it relates to therapy practices.
  • Participate in PPC/HCIB Interdisciplinary Team Meetings (IDT).
  • Provide direct service to hospice or pediatric palliative care patient/families in homes and places they deem home.
  • Conduct assessments and provide interventions that meet individual needs.
  • Consult with referring team to assess needs and prioritize referrals.
  • Maintain and complete required charting, records, and reports.
  • Participate in team meetings as requested.
  • Continual program development and evaluation of therapeutic services
  • Assist with orientation of new employees and volunteers and continue to educate staff and therapy volunteers.
  • Assess therapeutic equipment including inventory, maintenance and use of equipment.
  • Assist with memorial service upon request.
  • Be flexible in meeting patient/family needs that require evenings and weekends.
  • Participate in agency committees and functions as requested and appropriate.
  • Develops and maintains clinical records for all referred patients, documenting patient reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to care plan goals.
  • Completes documentation after each Point of Service, in a timely manner that meets the quality of care, accuracy, and communication standards of the agency.
  • Assists patient/family in identifying concerns, preparing for difficult events/decisions, and seeks resources as necessary to advocate for patient/family needs.
  • Coordinates care with patient/family and community providers.
  • Assists in the development of program events that promote inclusivity, connection, and joyfulness.
  • Anticipates, initiates, and responds collaboratively to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions for patient/family.
  • Recognizes, addresses, and utilizes art therapy to facilitate self-expression, connection, relaxation, mastery and coping.
  • Provides diverse art materials appropriate for individual needs, objectives, and preferred forms of artistic expression.
  • Ensures art materials are high-quality, age-appropriate, and adequately stocked.
  • Participates in professional development to keep abreast of the latest developments in the field of art therapy as well as palliative and end of life care.
  • Other duties as assigned. 
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