Chaplain

at  BaptistCare

• Work with a supportive and collaborative team in the Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care division
• Be part of an organisation that values everyone’s emotional & spiritual growth

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Tertiary qualifications in chaplaincy /pastoral care OR tertiary theological qualifications, with a willingness to undertake chaplaincy / pastoral care specific training
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of Christian spiritual maturity with a pastoral heart
• Active involvement in and recommendation from a local Christian Church
• Chaplaincy or pastoral care experience
• Current ‘Working with Children Check’
• Experience working in collaborative, multi-disciplinary settings
• Willingness to undergo a police check

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of the spiritual and pastoral needs of those living with dementia, loss, grief and bereavement, long term illness, relationship disharmony, mental health, disability, loneliness, or receiving palliative care
• Visiting clients in homes and hospitals as appropriate

If you would like to be considered for the role, click “Apply” and please provide the following:

• A cover letter addressing ALL the listed essential qualifications & experience and competencies
• Updated Resume

ABOUT US:

BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.

YOUR ROLE:

Based in Wagga Wagga and covers clients in the Murrumbidgee / Riverina Region.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Chaplain to minister to the spiritual and emotional needs of community aged care clients in this area. The Chaplain will visit clients in their homes or in hospitals, providing high-quality, person-centered chaplaincy and pastoral care that aligns with BaptistCare’s Purpose and Values.
Baptist Care empowers staff by offering flexible work hours, a supportive team, training opportunities and financial benefits including salary packaging and stability working for an industry leading provider.

If you would like to be considered for the role, click “Apply” and please provide the following:

• A cover letter addressing ALL the listed essential qualifications & experience and competencies
• Updated Resum