Spiritual Care Coordinator

Details of the offer

Posted: 07/10/2024


Closing Date: 07/11/2024


Job Type: Casual


Location: Waipuna Hospice


Job Category: Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical



Sunny Te Puna location
Supportive team environment
Locum role

Waipuna Hospice has a high profile in the Bay of Plenty for providing specialist community palliative care. Our geographical reach covers Waihi Beach to Otamarakau and while our focus is on hospice-at-home, we also have an established inpatient unit and we support a large community team. These services are funded through Te Whatu Ora contracts, fundraising and income from our charity retail shops.
We pride ourselves on our supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Our values are not just a set of words on a poster, we live by them and we recognise that teamwork is critical to our success as an organisation. This opportunity could be your chance to be part of a progressive organisation that's at the heart of our community!

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chaplain / Spiritual Care Coordinator Team Member to join our team as a Locum. This position will work closely with our Manager of Family Support to provide a wide range of functions including the support and well-being for patients and family / whanau.
The purpose of this position is to facilitate spiritual support and well-being for patients and family / whanau. Provide leadership, mentoring and advice in relation to their provision of spiritual support for patients, family / whanau.

Desired Skills and Experience

ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will have:

The ability and stamina to minister to patients with life limiting illnesses and their family
The ability and desire to work with clergy and volunteers of varying faith backgrounds
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in empathy and compassion
Able to effectively articulate and support spiritual care perspective when working with personnel/ teams from other disciplines
Facilitation and teaching
Ideally has a qualification in relevant field (e.g. Theological or Chaplaincy qualifications)
Ideally has had experience working in the Health Sector
Exceptional ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of people.
You will also be self-motivated, have excellent organisational and time management skills with an ability to work with a variety of people.
Ideally you will have had experience working in a Palliative care and/or not for profit environment.
A current driver's licence essential.

WHAT WE OFFER
At Waipuna Hospice we are fully committed to providing ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We pride ourselves on having a fun, friendly and supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Coupled with maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice we offer a competitive remuneration package which includes discounts to local gyms, pharmacies, and health insurance. On starting with Waipuna you will be supported with a comprehensive orientation and role induction. Staff wellness is a priority for Waipuna Hospice, we provide an ongoing wellness programme, and access to our Employee Assistant Programme.
THE WAIPUNA WAY
Our Mission: To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement. Our Vision: To provide high quality end of life care for all Our Values:

Community: Supporting one another – patients, whanau, friends, volunteers and colleagues
Advocacy:Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities
Respect:Upholding autonomy of each person and their community, accepting one another's cultures and beliefs
Empathy:Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion
Quality:Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services

COME AND JOIN US
Waipuna Hospice is committed to working with local Iwi and promoting equity and inclusivity across the organisation. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and cultures, especially from Maori and Pacific people.
Equity, diversity and inclusion is intrinsic to the values of Waipuna Hospice. We welcome people from all communities into our workforce. In your application we want to see the real you and we welcome the real you to our team if you join us.
Many skills and experiences have shaped you into the unique person you are. Not all skills and experiences are gained in classrooms or formal employment. If you gained your experience through whanau life, community or volunteering (mahi aroha) then we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
Waipuna Hospice acknowledges and respects individual diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Share your story and become part of ours.
TO APPLY
Our application process may include interviews, job testing, reference checks and pre-employment screening. You must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand and provide evidence of this during our process. If you have what it takes and are ready to step into a dynamic team environment that's at the heart of our community, then don't hesitate, apply now!
Applications close 7 November 2024 or sooner if our ideal candidate is found.


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