Pastoral Associate or Pastoral Practitioner

**Welcome to St John of God Health Care**
- St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.
- Our organisation is part of the Mission of the Catholic Church and every aspect of our care is based on the Christian values of Hospitality, Compassion, Respect, Justice and Excellence. It is these values that guide our holistic approach to caregiving, with respect for the dignity and worth of each person.

**The Position**

**St John of God Geelong Hospital **cares for our community through our dedicated team of medical specialists and experienced caregivers. Our organisation is part of the Mission of the Catholic Church and every aspect of our care is based on the Christian values of Hospitality, Compassion, Respect, Justice and Excellence. It is these values that guide our holistic approach to caregiving, with respect for the dignity and worth of each person.
- An exciting opportunity exists for two committed individuals to join our contemporary Pastoral Services Department as Pastoral Associate or Practitioner.
- In this role, you will be responsible for providing holistic pastoral ministry to patients and their families, respecting cultural, religious and spiritual differences.
- The two positions offered are on a permanent part time basis, working 60 hours per fortnight or 30 hours per fortnight.
- A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
- Demonstrated understanding of the provision of Pastoral care within a Catholic Health care environment.
- Commitment to undertaking tertiary level pastoral studies at Diploma level or completed a tertiary level pastoral studies Diploma/Degree.
- Commitment to undertaking at a minimum of 50 hours of supervised training in pastoral ministry i.e. SJOG Pastoral Supervised immersion experience, Clinical Pastoral Education.
- Successful completion of at a minimum 50 hours of supervised pastoral ministry e.g. Pastoral supervised immersion experience/Clinical pastoral education.
- Demonstrated ability to provide Pastoral support to patients and clients from a variety of faith, cultural and social backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries and contribute positively to a multi-disciplinary team.
- Flexibility with working hours including the ability and preparedness to undertake evening/weekend shift/on call duties as required.

**We can offer you the following**:

- Generous salary packaging options
- Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent, or other everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
- Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
- A welcoming & supportive culture
- Flexible work options
- Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
- Option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave
- Highly competitive salary & conditions
- Opportunities for post-graduate course support
- Dynamic multidisciplinary team
- Professional development opportunities
- Various corporate discounts & benefits
- Close to public transport in central CBD location
- On-site subsidised parking
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 weeks paid parental leave
- **_All applicants must address the Selection Criteria (as detailed on the last page of the Position Description)_**
- All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Covid-19, or meet the criteria for exemption, in order to fulfil the requirements of the role._
- For enquiries about this position please contact Marnie Scott, Coordinator of Pastoral Services on (03) 52158739