Community Chaplain – Housing & Outreach

Anglicare Sydney; Port Kembla; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Salary packaging benefits

Accommodation and meals tax‑free

Professional development

Employee discounts

EAP and Fitness Passport

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney invites applications for a Community Chaplain - Housing in Botany/Port Kembla. You will build trusted relationships, offer pastoral support, and connect people with services to meet physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs while inviting exploration of faith and church life.

The role emphasizes compassionate, servant-hearted ministry, working in partnership with Port Kembla Anglican Church and Anglicare Housing to bridge church, housing, and community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated pastoral ministry experience with diverse backgrounds.
• Heart for people experiencing disadvantage or mental health challenges.
• Willingness to be or become a member who regularly attends Port Kembla Anglican Church.
• Strong relational and teamwork skills, including recruiting volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Build genuine relationships in the Port Kembla community, including residents in Safe and Affordable Housing.
• Provide pastoral support and gospel friendship to connect people with Jesus.
• Connect people with practical support through church, Anglicare, and other providers.
• Develop and facilitate community activities and life-skills programs welcoming those experiencing disadvantage.
• Equip church members to engage with the community and strengthen Anglicare–parish partnerships.

Skills

Pastoral care

Community engagement

Volunteer recruitment

Education

Theological training (preferred)

Job description

Anglicare Sydney invites applications for a Community Chaplain - Housing in Botany/Port Kembla. You will build trusted relationships, offer pastoral support, and connect people with services to meet physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs while inviting exploration of faith and church life.

The role emphasizes compassionate, servant-hearted ministry, working in partnership with Port Kembla Anglican Church and Anglicare Housing to bridge church, housing, and community.