Chaplain at The Salvation Army

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pastoral Care, Communication Skills, Empathy, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Community Engagement, Spiritual Leadership, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Understanding of Mission Values, Experience with Vulnerable People, Diploma of Chaplaincy, Clinical Pastoral Education, Independent Work, Front Line Staff Interaction, Travel Preparedness

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Salvos Stores are looking for a devoted Chaplain to join the team in Victoria. We seek someone with a mature spiritual and theological outlook. Join our crew to get more out of your 9-to-5 while making a difference. About the Role Providing pastoral care to the staff and volunteers that work within Salvos Stores through visitation and contact. Attending sites regularly and engaging with the team. Attending Salvos Store manager meetings to provide a spiritual influence. Organising and promoting spiritual activities such as regular prayer time. Promoting available resources to staff and customers of The Salvation Army (TSA) within the local area. Participating in the promotion of TSA missions, vision and values within Salvos Stores. Fostering an environment where we encourage and support the stores and sites in local community engagement, and empower the workforce to actively pursue these initiatives. Facilitating a closer collaboration between Salvos Stores, the local Corps or faith community, and other local Salvation Army services and community organizations About You To be successful in this role you will have: An understanding of, and commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army. A Diploma of Chaplaincy and/or Clinical Pastoral Education or willingness to undertake studies. Experience working with front line staff across multiple sites is advantageous. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Previous experience working with vulnerable people. Ability to problem solve creatively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to connect with people in an empathetic manner. Current Australian Driver’s License. Working with Children’s Check. Preparedness to travel across multiple locations in Victoria. About Salvos Stores The Salvation Army (TSA) is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. Salvos Stores is a mission enterprise of TSA, and one of Australia’s largest Not For Profit retailers, with over 400 stores nationally, and are dedicated to creating social and environmental impact. What We Offer As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; NFP Salary Sacrifice benefits Private health care discount Company vehicle Flexible working arrangements Employee Assistance Program - multi faceted counselling services The satisfaction of knowing that your contribution is providing our communities with help where it needed most. How To Apply If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current resume and a cover letter, which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role. Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration. At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Responsibilities

The Chaplain will provide pastoral care to staff and volunteers at Salvos Stores through regular visitation and engagement. They will also promote spiritual activities and foster collaboration between Salvos Stores and local community organizations.