Part-Time Christian Chaplain: Faith, Wellbeing & Community

Australian Christian College; Echuca; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

EAP program

Professional growth

Job summary

ACC Echuca is seeking a committed Christian Chaplain to provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care and wellbeing support to students in a 0.4FTE, 1-year contract commencing Term 1 2027. The role emphasises fostering a Christ-centred school culture and supporting students in their faith, personal, social and emotional development.

Ideal candidates will be actively connected with a church, uphold child safety and professional boundaries, and collaborate with staff to promote a positive school

Qualifications

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia.
• Proof of identity.
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check.
• Be a committed Christian connected with a church.
• Relate well to staff, students and parents.
• Have a servant heart.
• Have demonstrated excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Be a registered Chaplain with Chaplaincy Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral care, spiritual guidance and wellbeing support to students.
• Lead and support chapel services, devotions, Bible studies and Christian discipleship activities.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and families.
• Encourage students to explore and grow in their Christian faith.
• Support students experiencing personal, social or emotional challenges, referring matters to appropriate professionals when required.
• Work collaboratively with school leadership and staff to promote student wellbeing and a positive school culture.
• Contribute to school events, camps and community activities.
• Uphold the College's Christian ethos, child safety standards and professional boundaries.

Skills

Pastoral care

Christian faith

Student wellbeing

Communication

Job description

ACC Echuca is seeking a committed Christian Chaplain to provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care and wellbeing support to students in a 0.4FTE, 1-year contract commencing Term 1 2027. The role emphasises fostering a Christ-centred school culture and supporting students in their faith, personal, social and emotional development.

Ideal candidates will be actively connected with a church, uphold child safety and professional boundaries, and collaborate with staff to promote a positive school