Prison Justice Chaplain - Compassionate Spiritual Care

Anglicare Sydney; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive discounts

Supportive Christian organisation

Meaningful ministry

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney is seeking a Justice Chaplain to provide pastoral care and spiritual support within the Silverwater correctional environment. You will walk alongside inmates, offer compassionate ministry, and engage with staff and families as appropriate.

The role requires theological study progress, a mature Christian faith, and the ability to build rapport in challenging settings, while maintaining professional boundaries and following procedures.

Qualifications

• Completed or currently completing theological studies at degree or diploma level.
• Experience and/or qualifications in pastoral care.
• A mature Christian faith and demonstrated ability to provide compassionate pastoral support.
• Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with people experiencing complex circumstances.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral care and support to inmates in crisis or distress.
• Deliver one-to-one pastoral care, discipleship and chapel services for inmates.
• Create opportunities for inmates to engage with Christianity through conversations and Bible access.
• Provide pastoral support to prison staff and families when needed.
• Build respectful relationships within a correctional environment and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Pastoral care

Empathy

Communication

Boundary management

Education

Theological studies

Job description

Anglicare Sydney is seeking a Justice Chaplain to provide pastoral care and spiritual support within the Silverwater correctional environment. You will walk alongside inmates, offer compassionate ministry, and engage with staff and families as appropriate.

The role requires theological study progress, a mature Christian faith, and the ability to build rapport in challenging settings, while maintaining professional boundaries and following procedures.