Are you looking to make a difference in your community and the lives of others?

Be inspired. Work for us. Uniting, the service and advocacy arm of the Uniting Church is the largest not-for-profit provider of aged care services in NSW and the ACT.

In this challenging and rewarding position, the Pastoral Practitioner, in liaison with the Chaplaincy Convenor, is responsible for the provision of professional pastoral care and support that is culturally relevant, age-appropriate and sensitive to the needs of our residents.

The successful candidate will have relevant Theological study, previous experience in Pastoral Care preferably with ageing people, and have completed a 400-hour Basic Unit in Clinical Pastoral Education (or be willing to complete this within the first six months of employment). A CPE-equivalent qualification will be considered.

The successful candidate will ‘walk the talk’ of professional boundaries, be comfortable with emails and documentation, and be self-aware in all relationships with residents and their families, staff, pastoral care volunteers, and pastoral care colleagues.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values of Uniting – Bold, Respectful, Compassionate, Imaginative – with a high level of personal integrity, and a willingness to work within the ethos of the Uniting Church.
Salary is commensurate with the Uniting Church Lay Ministry Agent Guidelines, appropriate to qualifications and experience.

This is an opportunity for you to work for an industry leader in a supportive and friendly work environment, which provides you with continuing education opportunities, generous salary packaging and a chance to progress your career.

Love Your Work. Join Our Team. Make a Difference. Apply Now.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks.

A position description is attached.