Why Chaplaincy

 

Moral reason

When an employer demonstrates deep and active care towards their staff by supporting a chaplaincy program, they foster a powerful respect from their employees as they feel deeply valued for who they are. This encourages high levels of trust and unity within the workforce resulting in wholeness, health and cohesion.

 

Financial reason

There is certainly a very clear business case for a chaplaincy program. These financial benefits can include:

• Reduced costs associated with stress-related illnesses, mental health, and physical health

• Improved productivity

• Reduced staff turnover

• Reduced absenteeism / quicker return to work

• Attracting opportunities with customers and clients who appreciate people with positive attitudes and values

• Improved reputation of organisation

• Reduced incidents, accidents, complaints and poor decisions

 

Social and cultural reason

A chaplaincy program can also have other far reaching social and cultural benefits. This includes:

• High levels of job satisfaction due to:

• Improved relationships and staff morale

• Demonstration of a caring workplace culture

• Linking work and organisational vision with spiritual meaning

• Support for workers who do not have a strong family / social network

• Provides a bridge between workers and professional help