Spiritual Care Practitioner

**Alfred Health**

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- **2 Permanent positions available (part-time)**:

- ** 30 hours per fortnight at Sandringham Hospital,** **60 hours per fortnight at The Alfred Hospital**:

- ** The part-time hours at The Alfred Hospital can be allocated to both positions**:

- ** Great team and staff benefits**

**The Department**

Alfred Health Allied Health comprises a number of Allied Health disciplines that provide patient-centred care across all clinical programs that operate at Alfred Health. Allied Health disciplines provide care that optimises physical, psychosocial, communication and cognitive functioning. The Allied Health Professional Practice Framework underpins the work of Allied Health in contributing to Alfred Health’s purpose. The Spiritual Care Department sits within the Allied Health directorate.

**The Position Summary**

The Spiritual Care Department is part of the multi-disciplinary team of the hospital and provides support to patients, families and carers inclusive of spiritual, religious, existential beliefs and meaning-making. Alfred Health Spiritual Care Services are committed to promoting healing by providing patients and their families from all walks of life with compassionate spiritual care, open-hearted listening and a caring presence.

Working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, you will bring a commitment to high-quality and professional Spiritual Care practices. Thorough knowledge of spiritual assessment and a broad range of interventions will be integral to your ability to establish connections with patients, families, carers and staff effectively. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills will support your ability to work independently and contribute to a supportive team environment.
- Advanced Certificate in Clinical Pastoral Education (or pursuing) or demonstrated equivalent in acute clinical healthcare setting
- Bachelors' degree in Theology, Counselling, Social Sciences or equivalent
- Thorough organisational, prioritisation, and decision-making skills
- Eligible for certified membership of Spiritual Care Australia
- Advanced training and experience for Palliative and Cancer Care Spiritual Practitioner role
- Grief and Bereavement training

**Staff Benefits**

Alfred Health’s Spiritual Care Service provides you with access to regular clinical supervision, opportunities for continued professional development and being part of a friendly and supportive team.

Other organisational benefits include:

- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
- Close to public transport and shops

**Applications close at 11 pm on wdnesday 12th of February 2025.**

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.

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