Pastoral Care Worker

About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need
- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us

Pastoral Care Worker - Seniors Communities - Illawarra region
- Permanent part-time role (2 or 4 days/week) based in Mount Ousley.
- Provide spiritual care to Home Care Package clients across Illawarra, Shoalhaven, and the Highlands.
- Support clients with dementia and cognitive decline at the Mount Ousley Social Wellness Centre.

The role of _Pastoral Carer_ is a rewarding position for someone with a passion for Christ-centred care, to join the supportive and dedicated Seniors Communities Pastoral Care team in Anglicare.

Working in Seniors' Community, you will make a valued contribution to our clients/residents and staff supporting with their spiritual and emotional needs.

This is a Permanent Part time (2 or 4 days a week) role based at Mount Ousley.

Majority of this role would be providing spiritual care to clients in their homes who are on a Home Care package within the regions from Illawarra, Shoalhaven & the Highlands.

You will also be required to provide spiritual care to clients with cognitive decline and dementia attending the Social Wellness Centre in Mount Ousley.

About being a Pastoral Carer Worker at Anglicare:
In this valued role, you will have the opportunity to bring your genuine heart to serve people in need, enrich lives and share the love of Jesus. Pastoral Carers contribute to supporting ongoing spiritual needs and well-being, by visiting client/residents, being a good listener and providing a variety of pastoral care initiatives.

Introductory Pastoral Care training will be provided, together with on-going support, mentoring and other relevant training.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to):

- Ability to demonstrate a vast amount of Pastoral Care experience and a theological understanding.
- Ensures all clients/residents are respected and treated with empathy and dignity.
- Develops collaborative and supportive working relationships with the At Home staff and Pastoral care Team.
- Ensures a holistic approach is taken to meet clients/residents' needs, home visits, phone calls and providing spiritual input. Is an active listener who builds trust and demonstrates a high level of compassion
- Contributes to the provision of support for relatives and staff in moments of need, by providing pastoral care as required.

About you:

- A passion for aged care and previous experience in Aged Care desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated reliability and flexibility
- Computer efficiency and strong administration skills (preferred)
- A current Working with Children’s Check Clearance or willingness to obtain
- Relevant training/qualifications highly regarded
- Previous experience in ministry or pastoral care (preferred)
- Understanding and knowledge of cognitive decline and Dementia (preferred)
- Please note: A verbal reference from a Senior Minister or Pastor is required._

This is a great opportunity to combine your pastoral care skills with a genuine concern for the elderly and their spiritual needs.

All employees undergo an orientation program on arrival, with access to ongoing education, mentoring and training opportunities, to ensure our team are well equipped to provide our clients/residents with outstanding pastoral care.

Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.
- Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse._

Application Close Date: July 04, 2025