JOB PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Head Chaplain, the Chaplain is responsible for directing and executing chaplaincy programs and activities for the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates and wards in institutions assigned. He/She provides and facilitates programs and interventions for the spiritual and psychosocial empowerment of the staff within the institutions, probation and other offices assigned. Also, monitors the activities of assigned religious volunteer groups. Liaises with religious, educational, and non-governmental organisations and facilitate their involvement in activities that benefit clients and staff within the institutions. Assists in the general planning and evaluation of the Unit’s programmes.
The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical/Professional Responsibilities:
- Responds to and facilitates pastoral care needs of inmates, wards and members of staff in relation to sickness, trauma/crisis, death and bereavement.
- Plans and implements seminars to enhance the spiritual, emotional and social well-being of staff in collaboration with training unit.
- Provides support and monitor the activities of the religious volunteers ministering to the wards and inmates.
- Plans and implements programmes for the spiritual nurturing/enrichment of wards, inmates and staff.
- Provides counseling for inmates, wards and staff and document needs and responses.
- Develops and implements life skills training for wards/inmates.
- Prepares quarterly updates and annual report on activities.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Sound knowledge of social and psychological factors that impacts human behavior.
- Excellent knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Ability to plan and implement relevant religious programmes that will address the needs of the client.
- Ability to develop and maintain quality working relationship with individuals at all levels.
- High spiritual, ethical and moral standard.
- Good interpersonal and people management skills.
- Strong moral and integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent organizing skills.
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Theology or related field.
- At least five (5) years’ experience as an Ordained Minister of Religion.
- Training in Counseling.
SPECIAL CONDITION ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB
- Exposure to heightened security risk.
- On call – to respond to crisis intervention on a 24 hrs, 7 days per week basis.
- Work on weekends (funerals, volunteer seminars, observation of volunteers in institutions).
- Need for clerical attire at official functions.
We thank all applicants for their expressions of interest, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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