Pastoral and Spiritual Care Practitioner / Chaplain (Mental Health)

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Lyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to mental health and spiritual care. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide vital pastoral support to service users and staff within a multidisciplinary team. With a focus on enhancing mental wellbeing, you will ensure accessible spiritual care services across the Trust. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Surrey, just a short distance from London, while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing pastoral and spiritual care within mental healthcare settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral care on mental health wards and community teams.
• Respond to urgent and routine referrals for spiritual care.

Skills

Pastoral Care

Spiritual Care

Mental Health Support

Community Engagement

Education

Relevant Degree in Theology or Pastoral Care

Certification in Mental Health

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and imaginative individual with experience as a practitioner or chaplain, possessing specialist knowledge and expertise in pastoral and spiritual care within mental healthcare. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of experienced pastoral and spiritual care practitioners/chaplains at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

Role Overview

The post holder will join a multidisciplinary team to oversee the spiritual, pastoral, and religious needs of service users, carers, and Trust staff. The role requires the ability to work independently alongside other practitioners to develop and maintain high standards of pastoral and spiritual care across the Trust.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide pastoral care on mental health hospital wards and to community mental health teams.
2. Respond to urgent and routine referrals within the Trust's coverage area.
3. Ensure a safe, supportive, and accessible spiritual care service for mental health patients and staff.

About Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

We are the leading provider of health and social care services for individuals of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. Our services extend to social care for people with learning disabilities in Croydon, and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.

Our Community Engagement

We actively involve service users and communities in enhancing mental wellbeing. We collaborate closely with NHS and voluntary sector organizations to support those in need.

Location

Surrey is a beautiful county just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast, with excellent transportation links, including Gatwick and Heathrow airports.

Contact Details

For further information or informal visits, please contact:

• Name: Rev Dr Josiah Anyinsah
• Job Title: Head of Pastoral and Spiritual Care
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]