Spiritual and Pastoral Care Coordinator - Lifestyle

Catholic Healthcare Limited; Bathurst; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport discounted gym

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Paid Parental leave

Long Service leave after 5 years

40+ Locations across NSW and QLD

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare Limited in Bathurst is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Care Coordinator to deliver spiritual and pastoral support to residents, families, and staff. This role focuses on faith-informed, trauma-aware care that upholds dignity and emotional wellbeing.

You will lead prayers and reflections, support mission formation, and coordinate reflective spaces across our Bathurst homes, while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with a diverse team in a not-for-profit aged care

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Pastoral Care, or similar qualifications in theology/spirituality.
• Warm and empathetic interpersonal skills with the ability to support people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in residential aged care or home care settings.
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care principles.
• Respect for residents’ stories, identities, faith backgrounds, and personal choices.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal spiritual support and pastoral care services in line with Catholic Healthcare’s mission.
• Prepare and lead prayers, reflections, and worship activities, including end-of-life and palliative care support.
• Support employees through mission formation activities and professional development.
• Facilitate visits from ministers of various faith groups and maintain reflective spaces such as chapels and prayer rooms.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality and respect for all residents and families.

Skills

Empathy & interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed care

Education

Certificate III/IV in Pastoral Care

Job description

• Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
• Location: St Catherine's Bathurst
• Monday - Friday
• Pay Rate: $36.50 – $50 per hour (depending on experience) + superannuation + Not For Profit Benefits
• Not-for-profit employer, so pay less tax!

Are you passionate about supporting older people through compassionate presence, spiritual guidance, and trauma‑informed care?

About the Role

Catholic Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pastoral Care Coordinator to deliver spiritual and pastoral support to residents, clients, families, and employees across our Bathurst homes.

In this deeply meaningful position, you will provide person‑centred, faith‑informed, and trauma‑aware spiritual and pastoral care to residents, families, and employees. Your presence will nurture connection, dignity, and emotional wellbeing, particularly for residents navigating ageing, grief, dementia, or end‑of‑life experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal spiritual support and pastoral care services in line with Catholic Healthcare’s mission.
• Prepare and lead prayers, reflections, and worship activities, including end-of-life and palliative care support.
• Support employees through mission formation activities and professional development.
• Facilitate visits from ministers of various faith groups and maintain reflective spaces such as chapels and prayer rooms.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality and respect for all residents and families.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Certificate III/IV in Pastoral Care, or similar qualifications in theology/spirituality.
• Warm and empathetic interpersonal skills with the ability to support people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in residential aged care or home care settings.
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care principles.
• Respect for residents’ stories, identities, faith backgrounds, and personal choices.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Our Values in Action

At Catholic Healthcare, we live by our values of Courage, Compassion, and Integrity. We seek team members who embody these values in their daily work and interactions.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move
• A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds