• Part-time (0.2EFT), fixed-term position until 31 December 2021
• St Mary’s Primary School, Ararat

Take the next step in your career with CatholicCare Victoria. 

About CatholicCare Victoria

CatholicCare Victoria is a leading and influential provider of charitable and social services in Victoria. The Mission of CatholicCare Victoria is to build communities that recognise and nurture the dignity of each person. Our employees share our Mission for a stronger, more inclusive society through supporting individuals, families and communities in times of need, especially those who are most disadvantaged, vulnerable and / or marginalised.

We deliver excellence in a broad range of child, family and youth services, family relationship services, school counselling and pastoral care services, social housing, employment and advocacy services across various office locations and delivery sites in Victoria.

We draw on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching to inspire and direct our endeavours. We value and respect human dignity, and embrace diversity in an inclusive work environment.  

About the Position

The School Pastoral Care Program in designated schools provides supportive contact and, where necessary, referral for children and families. It promotes and coordinates the implementation of programs for students that focus on developing self-esteem, resilience, social and emotional development.   

The School Pastoral Care Worker facilitates supportive contact for children, families and staff within a school environment by identifying the need for programs, delivering and coordinating these programs as required within the school community.  

Specifically, the position is responsible for:

• Providing a supportive environment to encourage students, families and staff to access support when needed
• Being available as a listening ear to students, staff, parents and referring onto other services as required
• Working with students, families and staff within the school setting to identify common areas of need

Working for CatholicCare Victoria

At CatholicCare Victoria we offer:

• A family friendly working environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging for eligible staff

We embrace, value and respect an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  

We are committed to the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply.  We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

To be considered for this position, you will require

• Tertiary qualification(s) in social welfare, social work or other equivalent fields
• Previous experience working in the community services sector and / or education facility
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of child safe legislation, principles, standards and practices

How to Apply

For further information, visit our website www.centacareballarat.org.au.

Enquiries to: Marea Sholly, Coordinator, School Pastoral Care Services (03) 5559 3005

Click "Apply Now". Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and responses to the key requirements in the position description, which is attached below.

The successful applicant must have right to work in Australia.

Should you require cultural or other support in submitting your application, please contact our People and Culture Department on 03 5337 8999.

Should you require information in alternative formats, please contact our People and Culture Department on 03 5337 8999.

A position description is attached.