Spiritual Care Launches New E-Learning Module
Chances are you have already cared for somebody's spirit today; the Spiritual Care department wants to help you in that work. To practice professional collaborative care, the Spiritual Care department is launching a new e-learning module.
“Over the last year one of our department’s quality initiatives was to develop a concise introduction to the discipline of spiritual care,” says Interim Manager Gary Payne. “This module recognizes and affirms the spiritual aspect of each interdisciplinary team member’s work; it also gives guidance for making referral to Spiritual Care professionals for specialized interventions.”
This new E-Learning module offers an opportunity to explore: what is spiritual care. By addressing what spiritual care is and what it is not, the department is hoping to foster enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration. This module aligns with St. Joseph’s core vision of collaborative whole person care.
The E-Learning involves several video contributions including a physician, a patient, a recreation therapist and a professional spiritual care provider, all offering their experience of spiritual care as part of the healing work of St. Joseph's.
You can experience the Spiritual Care E-Learning Module for yourself at this link: Click Here. The module will take 20 minutes to complete or it can be done in sections as you have time. You can also find the module at the Spiritual Care MyStJoes page or simply visit the e-learning studio. This module is open to all staff, volunteers, patients, families and visitors.