Ministry Worker

at  The Salvation Army

Number of Positions Available:
1
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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 this role matters
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 small groups.
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven Ministry Assistant who will be responsible for supporting the Corps Officer in the delivery of the mission of The Salvation Army in the Noosa / Coolum Region. The role is a member of the Corps Leadership Team and is responsible for a team of volunteers.

You will successfully

• Lead and facilitate Programs, as well as leading and facilitating activities to meet mission intentions, Corps goals and engage participants
• Ensure program and activity spaces are set-up and cleaned in line to ensure engagement and safety of participants
• Volunteers are recruited, recorded, trained and effectively engaged in line with TSA policy and procedure
• Participate in appropriate funding activities as agreed with the Corps Officer
• Pastoral care and discipleship activities are undertaken as agreed with the Corps Officer

You will have

• A commitment to the Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army.
• An ability to offer pastoral assistance, to offer prayer and to explain the Christian Gospel
• Experience in a Ministry position (desirable)
• Capacity to facilitate groups and one to one with a particular focus e.g. faith-based groups
• A membership / soldiership of a local Salvation Army Corps
• A current and valid Qld Blue Card
• A current Qld Drivers licence or working towards attaining one within 12 months of commencement of role.

This is a full-time, permanent position located in Noosaville, QLD
What we offer

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

• Flexible working conditions
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
• 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

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

Please refer the Job description for details