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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

The Salvation Army's spiritual mission is based on the mandate of Scripture and demonstrated through valued relationships with practical help for people. This Chaplaincy position underlines the commitment to expressing concern and care for the whole person.

The Salvation Army Crisis Services is a network of local and state-wide programs based in St Kilda. We seek to make a positive difference in the lives of people experiencing crisis, homelessness and violence. We are guided by social justice principles and work with those most in need.

THE ROLE

National Chaplaincy Service is currently seeking a values-driven person to work in a challenging environment providing support to clients, families and staff. Key responsibility areas include:

• Provide spiritual and pastoral care, regardless of belief, which encourages people to explore their spirituality and move forward on their personal faith journey
• Presenting client needs and risks are identified and responded to through appropriate referrals and advocacy
• Supporting and encouraging service users, in collaboration with program staff, to identify supportive and meaningful groups within the community
• Productive links are established and maintained with managers, staff, clients, family, significant others, and other Salvation Army mission expressions.
• Promoting awareness of the Chaplaincy role

This position is located at the St Kilda Crisis Centre however will service programs accessed within Homelessness Victoria Metro, Family Violence, AOD, and Youth services streams in St Kilda and local suburbs.

WHAT WE OFFER

• As a registered not for profit organisation in addition to your remuneration you will enjoy generous tax-free salary packaging benefits. (full and part time positions)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family members
• Corporate Private Health Insurance rates
• Supportive and encouraging organisation

HOURS AND SALARY

This is a full-time position, 38 hours per week ongoing. This is an Award Free position.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Diploma of Chaplaincy to have been completed or to be studied at earliest opportunity after appointment in role.
• Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) and/or theological studies desirable.
• Experience in a chaplaincy environment, preferably with the Social Sector desirable.
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to work in a challenging and changing environment
• Knowledge of the physical, emotional, psychological and behavioural impact of trauma and abuse
• Demonstrates understanding of the theoretical knowledge and theological underpinning for ministry
• Respectful of spiritual beliefs and practices of others
• Display Christian love and compassion for others
• Capacity to build positive relationships with all
• Respect for difference in all its forms; being non-judgmental, value the human dignity of every person.
• Enrolled and active Soldier of the Salvation Army - preferred
• Be able to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia
• A current Victorian Drivers Licence is essential

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND ENQUIRIES:
Please email [email protected].

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.