What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Pastoral Care position at Saint Joseph Villa?
SUMMARY OF JOB:
Responsible for overseeing, in collaboration with the Pastoral Care team, the design, coordination and implementation of all spiritual and pastoral services throughout the Villa community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Saint Joseph Villa by promoting the Mission in all the interactions and activities of the Pastoral Care department.
- Oversees the design, coordination and implementation of all spiritual and pastoral services throughout the Villa community, which includes:
- Sacraments
- Liturgical planning
- Seasonal prayer services
- Outside funerals of Sisters and Lay Residents
- Jubilees
- Memorial masses
- National celebrations
- Nursing Home Week
- Villa retreats
- Scheduling of Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers
- Fosters good communication with the Pastoral Team, Congregation, and other departments and staff at the Villa.
- Oversees and facilitates the administrative activities of the Department, which includes:
- Banking, budget and check writing
- Interviews with incoming residents
- Arrange dining room seating
- Arrange visitor hospitality
- Represents the Department at Department Head meetings and facilitates the flow of information between the Department and the Administration of the Villa.
- Supervises the Pastoral Care staff.
- Facilitates congregational experiences, which includes:
- CCR
- Congregational meetings
- Coordination of travel for congregational functions
- Liaison with Council
- Scheduling of Area Delegate visits with Sister residents
- Communication for Chestnut Hill
- Guardian Houses—assigning and updating listing
- Outside retreats
- Develops relationships with residents and their families and regularly visits with each floor to better understand the unique needs of each unit.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, as needed.
- Complete annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibit behavior as set forth by the Code of Compliance in the performance of their duties.
- Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.
- Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to their position
- Adhere to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE
STANDARD | EXPECTATION |
Spirit of Unity and Teamwork | Willing to assist and support co-workers; flexible to a change in work assignment; participate in team meetings; value the contributions of all and include all in decisions that will affect them. |
Respect | Recognize the dignity and value of each person; appreciate, embrace and celebrate diversity; speak to others and about others in a kind manner; respond to and give direction with emotional control; maintain privacy and confidentiality in personal matters; always knock on the door before entering a room; treat the property of others carefully and responsibly. |
Spirit of Hospitality and Relationship Building | Greet each person I meet; welcome new residents, families and co-workers; courteous and friendly in manner; build positive relationships. |
Communication | Listen attentively to others and respond respectfully; share important information with those that need to know; address concerns with the appropriate persons and work with them together to resolve the concerns. |
Responsibility, Sense of Ownership and Stewardship | Assumes responsibility for the Villa’s reputation; open to new ideas and new approaches to the job. |
Compassionate Care and Service | Respond to residents needs in a timely manner; take time to speak with family members; give timely feedback to persons who express concerns; foster a healing environment within the Villa community |
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor’s Degree required. A Master’s Degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Care, Spirituality or similar discipline is preferred.
- Clinical Pastoral Education: 4 units preferred, as well as management experience.
EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Experience in spiritual/pastoral ministry preferred
- Willing to engage in on-going education in this ministry
- Possess the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team and attend all resident care conferences as appropriate
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
- Possess knowledge of or is willing to learn Catholic ethics, especially, the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare Service
- Strive to consistently deliver compassionate and professional care through his/her ministry on the Spiritual/Pastoral Care team
- Willing to adapt to changing priorities and needs within the department
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Moderate physical effort
- Balance of sedentary/mobility work
- Frequent kneeling/stooping/reaching/bending
- Good communication skills
- Competent with computer skills
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