Community Chaplain

St George Christian School; City Of Gosnells; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Community Chaplain to foster a supportive and faith-based environment. This role is perfect for someone passionate about mentoring and providing pastoral care to students, families, and staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong Christian faith and relevant qualifications in Ministry or Counseling. You will work collaboratively with a friendly team to ensure the well-being of the college community. If you are excited about making a difference and supporting others in their spiritual journey, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Active Christian faith and passion for mentoring staff and families.
• Qualifications in Ministry, Theology, Psychology, or Counselling required.

Responsibilities

• Provide social, emotional, and spiritual support to the college community.
• Work collegially with staff and church to ensure student well-being.

Skills

Christian Faith

Mentoring

Pastoral Care

Digital Technology

Communication Skills

Education

Qualifications in Ministry and/or Theology

Psychology or Counselling

Job description

Providence Christian College is a co-educational, non-denominational, K-12 College with around 1100 students in Southern River, WA.

Providence Christian College has a friendly, professional team of staff who provide a supportive work culture and a positive and inspiring work environment. We are passionate about helping students achieve their goals, using their God-given talents to the best of their ability through quality education and effective learning.

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for the following Permanent, Full-time position commencing in January 2025.

Community Chaplain

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

1. an active Christian Faith
2. a passion for mentoring and supporting staff, families and students in an engaging and relevant way that is faithful to the Bible and practical in its application
3. a passion for providing social, emotional and spiritual support to staff and families within the College community.
4. a heart for service to others and a commitment to fostering a supportive faith-based environment
5. the capacity to work collegially in a team including the Church, Principal, College Counsellor, and College Chaplains to ensure the best outcomes for our students, families and staff
6. previous experience in chaplaincy, counselling, or pastoral ministry is preferred.

Personal Qualities:

1. You are passionate about living out your Christian faith and are prepared to model, uphold, and support the Ethos of the College and its Core Values.
2. You have the appropriate qualifications to be a Chaplain in WA.
3. You are prepared to go the extra mile to ensure that our students, families and staff have easy access to quality pastoral care.
4. You are comfortable with digital technology and confident using it in your ministry at the College.
5. You are deeply relational, friendly and open to learning and growing in the role.
6. You have excellent communication skills, using verbal and written communication effectively with students, families and staff members.

Qualifications:

1. Qualifications in Ministry and/or Theology, Psychology or Counselling.
2. Current Working With Children Card.
3. Current Police Clearance.

Additional Requirements:

1. The successful applicant will be expected to complete the National Principles Child Safe Modules if not already completed.
2. You must have the right to live and work in Australia (VEVO checks will be conducted to confirm your eligibility to work in Australia).
3. The successful applicant will be expected to be or become a member and regular attender at either Thornlie Church of Christ or Southern River Church of Christ.

Excited by the possibilities? Fill out an application form today!

Applications must be submitted on the College Application Form, which can be accessed on our website or by clicking on the link below:

College Application Form

Applications close at 4.00 PM on Friday, 10 January 2025

Providence Christian College will review applications as they come in, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to fill this position before the closing date.

Further information about the College can be accessed on the College website here and the College Code of Conduct here.