Spiritual Care Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Spiritual Care Coordinator

Heritage Manor Community Residential Aged Care

Morwell 0.6 FTE

About Us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve.We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

About the Role

Baptcare has a professional Spiritual Care Team of over 30 Spiritual Care Coordinators working in all service areas.We are looking for an experienced, articulate, and competent Spiritual Care Professional to work as part of the staff team at Baptcare Heritage Manor Community in Morwell, Victoria.

This is a part time position at 0.6 FTE (3 days a week).

The Spiritual Care Coordinator is responsible for :

the provision of high-quality spiritual care for residents and their families;

significant co-creative leadership with teams;

effective recruitment, training and supervision of spiritual care volunteers;

and in conjunction with managers, supporting the co-ordination, resourcing and development of initiatives with staff that facilitate the integration of spiritual care across the organisation.

Key Selection Criteria

An active personal faith and involvement in a faith community / church or support network

Mature spiritual and pastoral formation and capacity to reflect theologically on experience

Highly developed listening and interpersonal skills, demonstrating an understanding of person-centred care

Understanding of and demonstrated ability to work sensitively with individuals and faith / community groups from diverse religious, spiritual and cultural traditions

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the capacity to explain the practice and possibilities of spiritual care to people from varied backgrounds

Experience and / or special interest in working in dementia and palliative care contexts with older people

Minimum 2 years' experience in providing pastoral / spiritual care to people outside a faith community

Experience in recruitment, training, ongoing management and supervision of volunteers

Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work independently, as well as part of an interdisciplinary team

Experience and skills in administrative duties, including data collection and reporting on outcomes

Competence in Microsoft Office and related software

Alignment and commitment to Baptcare's Mission, Vision, and Values

400 hours of reflective practice training e.g. 2 units of CPE / STFE / CCTC Intern Program or commitment to complete at own cost within first 12 months

Qualifications in theology or spiritual care e.g. Bachelor or Diploma of Theology / Ministry / Chaplaincy

How to Apply

Click'Apply Now'to submit your application.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check

A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role

If you require support with the application process, please

At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.

Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.

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