Community Ministry Worker

at  The Salvation Army

Number of Positions Available:
1
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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 review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army 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. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
Why the role matters
Shoalhaven Corps is a community-focused church, partnering with the wider community to help transform one life at a time with the love of Jesus. This is achieved through Sunday Worship Services, Community Support and Emergency Relief.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Community Ministry Worker to develop, facilitate and deliver quality needs-based community programs that respond to identified needs of the Shoalhaven community.
Reporting to the Corps Officers, this is a permanent, full-time position based in Nowra,NSW.

You will successfully

• Develop new initiatives and activities that meet the needs of community members.
• Build relationships with clients, the community and Corps members and other key internal and external stakeholders.
• Respond to pastoral and spiritual needs of the community with sensitivity and effectiveness.
• Undertake financial tasks, including invoicing, purchasing, banking and receipting donations.
• Recruit and manage volunteers.

You will have

• A relevant tertiary qualification, at degree level with experience; or diploma level with substantial experience in community services or social work; or less formal qualifications with specialised skills sufficient to perform at this level.
• A NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• A strong commitment to the Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army; a solid understanding of The Salvation Army’s doctrines and principles.
• The ability to offer pastoral assistance, to offer prayer and to explain the Christian Gospel.
• Experience in community engagement on behalf of a religious institution or not-for-profit organization.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and running community-based activities.
• Experience managing volunteers or employees.
• Well-developed communication skills and confidence in public speaking and relationship management.

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• Flexible working conditions
• Financial discounts / benefits
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

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 CV 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 people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people 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 National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboratio

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