Chaplin P/T 15hrs (may include weekends)

Leopardstown Park Hospital View all jobs

Foxrock, Co Dublin
€70,734 per year
Permanent
Part-time

15 days ago

Leopardstown Park Hospital is a registered centre for the provision of services to older people, it provides Day services and Long-Term Care, situated in South Co. Dublin. It was established in 1917 and continues to provide interdisciplinary services on a seven-day, twenty-four-hour basis.It is currently registered for 120 long stay bedsLeopardstown Park Hospital - ChaplainThe Hospital is seeking to employ a Chaplain on a part time basis. (15 hours per week which may include weekend cover)Salary range for position: €57,898 to €70,734 LSI ( Pro Rata )Purpose of the PostThe role of Chaplain is to provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance and support primarily to residents but also occasionally to their families and loved ones, as well as staff members, of various faiths and religious beliefs as well as none.The primary way in which this is achieved is through making rounds and getting to know and understand individual residents, their needs and wishes, and offering support in a sensitive and empathetic manner.In particular, during times of crisis such as changing circumstances, difficult diagnoses, or approaching end-of-life, the Chaplain provides emotional and spiritual support to those who need it.In carrying out the role, the Chaplain is expected to use active listening, excellent interpersonal skills, strong relationship building competence, and to have an abundance of compassion coupled with a resilient and flexible mentality.The Chaplain’s role encompasses fostering a sense of community, togetherness, belonging, meaning, fun, joy, comfort and healing.Duties andResponsibilities

Working within standards of best practice, Chaplains have a duty to provide effective and efficient delivery of chaplaincy care services.
Meeting and getting to know residents and their families and loved ones, from initial welcome into LPH, building trust and connections, and providing a supportive and respectful spiritual sustenance.
Conducting regular rounds to visit and check-in with residents, listening, offering counsel, reading, talking, praying, and being available to assist with spiritual needs, all based on the wishes of the resident. Where a request is made not to be visited by the Chaplain this should be fully respected.
Assisting with end-of-life emotional and spiritual needs, and providing comfort and consolation for those in need, helping with funeral liturgy where requested, and working constructively with other LPH services.
Being available to staff who may be in need of spiritual assistance and support following difficult professional or personal circumstances.
Conducting and assisting in spiritual rituals, and leading prayers with residents, families and loved ones, and staff members, for example during mortuary services.
Ensuring that the place of worship is a truly welcoming and peaceful place for all, and that it is kept in a neat and tidy condition.
Providing the service to all, irrespective of gender, race, creed or colour.
Liaising with the religious community as needed.
Working respectfully and in close co-operation with others such as priests, ministers and volunteers, to provide religious services as appropriate.
Keeping up-to-date on spiritual and relevant ethical matters, and providing information and seminars to staff, families and others on important topics such as the grieving process and the meaning of loss.
Chaplains work in a team-oriented environment, both within chaplaincy and as part of the wider hospital. They are expected to be a leader in fostering this environment and being actively inclusive as far as possible. This means working closely and supportively with nurses, healthcare workers, management, volunteers and others.
There are also times when the Chaplain may need to work on their own and to be resourceful in doing their work.
Self-managing, setting priorities in line with LPH management requirements, and managing time as a scarce resource.
Speaking in public,and presenting a calm and kind presence to those in attendance.
Writing material, both individually and with others, of relevance to pastoral care in LPH.
It is expected that the Chaplain will pay particular attention to how chaplaincy volunteers are treated, as they are an integral and important part of the service. This means being welcoming and appreciative of their time and involvement, communicating in a positive and timely manner, and dealing carefully and respectfully with any issues that may be raised.
Maintaining records and reporting as appropriate to the role, and as may be needed from time to time.
While the chaplaincy operates with considerable autonomy on a day-to-day basis, the role of Chaplain is part of the organisational hierarchy and reports into a line manager in delivering the services. As such, it is expected that there will be regular scheduled meetings to review work and discuss support needed. The Chaplain should engage with, and co-operate with, the manager in working effectively, seeking clarifications where necessary and aiming to resolve any issues promptly.
In the course of his/her employment, a Chaplain may hear or have access to information concerning the medical or personal affairs of residents or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff, residents or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody even when no longer required.
Due to the vulnerability of our residents, it is essential that discretion and sensitivity is exercised at all times in dealing with the residents or their families.

Eligibility CriteriaEligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition:Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland Level 8 (or higher) degree in Theology from a recognised institute.orPossess an equivalent qualification.andHave undertaken three units of Clinical Pastoral Education in an approved centre.andMust possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office,Age- Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age.Health- A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.Character- Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: WEDNESDAY 15TH APRIL @ 4pm 2026

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