Joseph Chiti

Hospital Chaplain

Department of Corrections

11.2010 - 12.2024

Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Communicated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to obtain pertinent information regarding patient's condition, family dynamics, and health care teams' understanding of need for spiritual care.
Advocated for patients'' preferences regarding end-of-life care by communicating their wishes to healthcare providers.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
Provided spiritual guidance to patients and staff members by conducting regular counseling sessions.
Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
Delivered comforting presence during end-of-life situations, offering prayers and rituals to honor the patient''s beliefs and values.
Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
Conducted crisis intervention sessions with individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, providing comfort and support during critical times.
Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
Delivered thoughtful eulogies at memorial services, honoring the lives of deceased patients while offering solace to grieving loved ones.
Evaluated effectiveness of pastoral care initiatives through regular feedback from staff members, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.
Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
Built strong relationships with local faith-based organizations to create a network of resources for patients and families.
Researched and prepared materials used in Bible study and daily devotions.
Offered mediation services between family members navigating challenging dynamics related to healthcare decisions.
Facilitated grief support groups, helping participants cope with loss and find healing through shared experiences.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Initiated volunteer programs to support local shelters, increasing community engagement and support for vulnerable populations.
Provided grief counseling, easing emotional distress of families during times of loss.
Organized memorial services that honored deceased while providing comfort to grieving families.
Guided individuals through end-of-life decision making, offering comfort and clarity during difficult times.
Facilitated stress reduction workshops for staff, improving workplace well-being and productivity.
Improved community relationships by organizing interfaith dialogues and promoting mutual understanding.
Educated community members on various spiritual practices, encouraging diversity and inclusiveness.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.