| Purpose |
| One of the primary purposes of the
Sheriff's Chaplaincy is to provide counsel to the jail staff and
to the inmates and to assist the department in screening or
qualifying those who wish to visit the inmates for religious
services or visits to the inmates. |
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Additional Purposes of the Chaplaincy |
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Are to provide guidance and counsel in matters of spiritual,
personal, family job, or other nature at the request of the
personnel.
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To assist the officers in emergencies where a chaplain would be
of benefit to the department personnel and/or the general
public.
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To be available in situations where the possibility of injury to
personnel is high, such as hostage/barricade situations,
attempted suicides, riots, demonstrations, etc.
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To act as a resource person in matters where a specialist is
required or needed. · At the Sheriff’s request, to represent the department and/or Sheriff at public functions.
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Hamilton County Sheriff's Chaplaincy