School Chaplain

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- 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.
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About the role

We are seeking a dedicated School Chaplain You will support the emotional well-being of students by providing pastoral care services and strategies that support the broader school community within Salvation Army's mission and values.

Responsibilities include
- Provide spiritual and pastoral care, encouraging people to explore their spirituality and move forward in their personal faith journey
- Facilitate Christian ceremonies and services according to rites of The Salvation Army
- Provide pastoral care and guidance to students about values and ethical matters, referring students, or sourcing appropriate services
- Positive relationships are established within school community, local corps, other TSA mission expressions and the Victoria Division Chaplaincy Team
- Work as member of school's well-being team in delivery of student well-being services

This is a fixed-term part-time position, 14 hours per week, contracted until 2027, based in Frankston North, VIC.

You will have
- Diploma of Chaplaincy_ (or willingness to complete)_
- Training in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
- Relevant qualifications in theological studies_ (preferred)_
- Positive Lifestyle Program (PLP) Facilitator training _(preferred)_
- Meet yearly credentialing requirements of Territorial Chaplaincy Support Unit (TCSU) to be registered as a TSA Chaplain, including provision of pastoral supervision log, professional development log and ecclesiastical endorsement
- Regular attendance at a Christian place of worship
- Salvation Army branded clothing to be worn
- Valid and current Drivers Licence_ (if required for tool of trade car or pool car _access)_

Benefits of working at The Salvation Army
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- 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 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 Collaboration_