Chaplain

About the role :BaptistCare is seeking an experienced and competent Chaplain to minister to the spiritual and emotional needs of community aged care clients in the Canberra Region ACT/NSW.
The Chaplain will visit clients in their homes, or in hospital, and provide quality person-centred chaplaincy/pastoral care that is consistent with BaptistCare's Purpose and Values.
This is a permanent part-time role offering 60.8 hours per fortnight with flexible workdays.
Baptist Care empowers staff by offering flexible work hours, a supportive team, training opportunities and financial benefits including salary packaging and stability working for an industry leading provider.
The successful applicant will have: Tertiary qualifications in chaplaincy /pastoral care OR tertiary theological qualifications with a willingness to undertake chaplaincy / pastoral care specific training within the first 12 months of employment.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of Christian spiritual maturity with a pastoral heart
Active involvement in and recommendation from a local Christian Church
Chaplaincy or pastoral care experience
Experience working in collaborative, multi-disciplinary settings
Current 'Working with Children Check'
Willingness to undergo a police check
A valid driver's license Essential Competencies: A personal commitment to growth in the Christian faith
Ability to recognise the spiritual and pastoral needs of clients and to design, deliver and evaluate person centred spiritual care initiatives in accordance with professional codes and standards of conduct.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients and to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to facilitate safe and welcoming spaces which provide a sense of community and belonging
Treat all clients with equity, respect, and dignity
Provide spiritual and pastoral care in ways that respect and value diversity, e.g. age, race, faith, culture, disability, gender, spirituality, and sexuality
Ability to work within BaptistCare's Purpose and Values and willingness to promote its Christian identity
Ability to work within BaptistCare's Policies and Procedures
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to supervise, support and train pastoral care volunteers
A demonstrated commitment to self-nurture and self-care
demonstrated commitment to maintain professional boundaries, and professional spiritual development Desirable Experience: Understanding of the spiritual and pastoral needs of those living with dementia, loss, grief and bereavement, long term illness, relationship disharmony, mental health, disability, loneliness, or receiving palliative care
Visiting customers in homes and hospitals as appropriate If you would like to be considered for the role, click "Apply" and please provide the following: A cover letter addressing ALL the listed essential qualifications & experience and competencies
Updated Resume About Us:
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare.
As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.
Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve.
We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date.
Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks.
BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.
Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.
We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition.
Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Thank you.