Compassionate Action

Spiritual Care Volunteer Program
Orlando Regional Medical Center

http://orlandohealth.com/orlandoregionalmedicalcenter/index.aspx

Beginning in the 1980s, the Spiritual Care Department began with one chaplain in the Trauma Center. Since that time, the clinicians have recognized the positive contribution made by chaplains as members of the healthcare team. Chaplains journey alongside others to help them carry their pain and access their source of hope. Today, the Spiritual Care Volunteer Department consists of 125 people of faith that support the chaplains as they work in Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Intensive Care and Emergency Care. 

Sample Volunteer Assignments:

• Escorting loved ones to patient’s bedsides.
• Visiting new patients to introduce Spiritual Care services.
• Knitting prayer squares/shawls, baking goodies, providing clerical support.
• Providing a compassionate presence and listening ear to families in waiting rooms.
• Sitting with actively dying patients who have no loved ones nearby.
• Calling and/or visiting homebound patients to offer encouragement.

The Application Process:

• Call 321.843.1333 to request an application. Please leave your name, number and address. You will also need a reference from your spiritual leader or clergy person.
• Complete and return the application.
• Agree to a background check, drug testing and TST (TB screening).
• Schedule an interview with the Spiritual Care Volunteer supervisor.
• Attend 12-hour training.
• Shadow an experienced volunteer.
• Volunteer with a commitment for a minimum of six months.

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