Chaplain

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  • Lacombe, AB St Albert, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Position Summary:In accordance with the Covenant Care Mission, Vision, and Values, the Chaplain provides spiritual and emotional care for residents, their families and staff members.The Chaplain functions as an integrated member of the care team and provides spiritual leadership within the facility. The Chaplain provides spiritual care to people of all faiths, respectful of their unique journey and the interweaving of health, cultural, religious and/or spiritual traditions. The Chaplain encourages the development and integration of an individual’s own spiritual resources and promotes expressions of healthy spirituality. The Chaplain establishes supportive relationships with residents and faith community members to build a network of spiritual and religious resources for residents and families.This position will:
  • Model the organizations mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively
  • Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Qualifications:
  • Sound theological/religious studies preparation with an undergraduate degree or equivalent obtained from a recognized theological college required
  • Master's degree in Theology preferred
  • Basic Supervised Pastoral Education (SPE)
  • A minimum of two additional units of Advanced SPE with Clinical Pastoral
  • Education (CPE) preferred. Training needs to be provided by an accredited Canadian Association for Spiritual Care training facility or its equivalent
  • Willingness to seek Specialist standing with CASC or equivalent professional certification preferred
  • Minimum of one year experience in Hospice Palliative Care with a strong knowledge and understanding of the spiritual and psychosocial needs of patients and families at end of life.
  • Experience in working as a part of an Interdisciplinary Team
  • Experience and working knowledge of Microsoft and other technology base programs (Zoom, Teams)
  • Skilled in providing existential, spiritual, & religious patient care across beliefs, cultural perspectives & practices
  • Experience in grief and bereavement care
  • Experience with Ethics and Ethical decision-making frameworks
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Commitment to continuous learning by actively fostering own spiritual care and development, attending and actively participating in education opportunities
  • Ability to work effectively in an emotionally demanding environment
  • Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to pivot to meet the needs of the residents or the unit
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to provide an impactful multi-faith experience
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English
  • Excellent observation and problem-solving skills
  • The successful candidate will rely on accomplished interpersonal communication, prioritization & self-awareness skills to liaise with faith leaders, coordinate site events & navigate a constantly changing caseload
  • Your responsibilities will involve supporting patients & families in illness adjustment, end-of-life care & family dynamics.
  • Ethics support for Hospice staff and volunteers

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