Chaplain

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Attributes)

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Chaplaincy or related field from a recognized institution.
  

Professional Certification and Membership

• Trained in accredited schools with Theology/Chaplaincy/Biblical studies/religious education.
  
• Specialization in philosophy, Divinity, clinical pastoral counselling, and Chaplaincy.
  

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years in a chaplaincy, pastoral, or related position.
  

Functional Skills and Behavioral Competencies

• Able to demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignments and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and prioritize key initiatives and opportunities.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and
  
• influence others, and to be a joy to work with.
  
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
  
• Exemplifies integrity and honesty.
  
• Active listening and presentation skills.
  
• Ability to prioritize tasks; good planning and organization skills under pressure and deadlines.
  
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations.
  
• Good computer literacy – proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  
• High standards of ethics and confidentiality at personal and professional level.
  
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work under minimal supervision.
  
• Passion for God and for the wellbeing of mankind while driving positive social impact and transformational change in the community.
  

• Provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and Bible-based counselling to patients, staff, nursing students, caretakers, and families.
  
• Conduct bedside ministry (evangelism) to reach patients individually with messages of hope and faith.
  
• Offer Bible study groups and chapel services to educate and inspire patients, families, and staff with Christian principles.
  
• Provide crisis intervention by assisting families with difficult situations, administering baptisms, bereavement services, and end-of-life support.
  
• Deliver pastoral counselling through discussions, debriefing, and biblical advice to help individuals make informed decisions and find positive solutions.
  
• Extend care beyond the hospital walls by visiting patients and families in their homes through hospice care ministry, offering holistic support to all involved.
  
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records using the Hospedia app for statistical analysis.
  
• Respond to nighttime requests for spiritual support, reinforcing existing chaplaincy services.
  
• Participate in rounds with doctors to understand patients' conditions and provide spiritual support.
  
• Conduct bed-to-bed visits within each ward to assess patient needs and offer spiritual care.
  
• Distribute Christian literature, including Bibles and tracts, to new converts and encourage ongoing spiritual growth for both patients and caretakers.
  
• Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.