Chaplain at Tenwek Hospital

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

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