Pastoral Carer

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Hours: 2 days per week

Location: Mercy Place Templestowe

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Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.

Where there’s care, there’s You.

Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?

For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.

To do that, we need you.

Join us as a Pastoral Carer at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.

About the opportunity:
At Mercy Health, each moment, no matter how small, truly matters - and as a Pastoral Carer, reporting to the Service Manager of our Residential Aged Care Home in Templestowe, you’ll make a genuine difference when it’s needed the most.
- Deliver high quality pastoral care for residents, families and staff
- Respond effectively to the diverse spiritual and religious needs of residents
- Promote a contemporary understanding of pastoral and spiritual care with residents, families and staff

What you’ll bring:
You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional resident-centred care.- Experience working in a pastoral care role preferably in an aged care setting- Theological and/or other relevant graduate qualifications- Proficient computer skills- 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education that may include a specialist focus in Aged Care highly desirable- Ability to lead a Catholic Communion Service.- A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.

Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?

Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.

Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
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