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Job HighlightsPermanent part time role offering 68.4 hours per fortnight with flexible work arrangementsJoin our BaptistCare Home Care Team working with our clients around the Central WestBe part of a strong and caring community that values personal wellbeing and one anotherAbout the roleBaptistCare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support to community aged care clients across the Central West region of NSW, including Cowra, Orange, Bathurst, Parkes, Dubbo and surrounding areas.This is a permanent parttime role offering 68.4 hours per fortnight with flexible workdays.Baptist Care empowers staff by offering flexible work hours, a supportive team, training opportunities and financial benefits including salary packaging and stability working for an industry leading provider.Qualifications and ExperienceTertiary qualifications in chaplaincy/pastoral care OR tertiary theological qualifications with a willingness to undertake chaplaincy/pastoral care specific training within the first 12 months of employment.Ability to demonstrate a high level of Christian spiritual maturity with a pastoral heartActive involvement in and recommendation from a local Christian ChurchChaplaincy or pastoral care experienceCurrent ''Working with Children Check''Experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary settingsWillingness to undergo a police checkEssential CompetenciesA personal commitment to growth in the Christian faithAbility to recognise the spiritual and pastoral needs of clients and to design, deliver and evaluate personcentred spiritual care initiatives in accordance with professional codes and standards of conduct.Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients and to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary teamAbility to facilitate safe and welcoming spaces which provide a sense of community and belongingTreat all clients with equity, respect, and dignityProvide spiritual and pastoral care in ways that respect and value diversity, e.g. age, race, faith, culture, disability, gender, spirituality, and sexualityAbility to work within BaptistCare''s Purpose and Values and willingness to promote its Christian identityAbility to work within BaptistCare''s Policies and ProceduresExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to supervise, support and train pastoral care volunteersA demonstrated commitment to selfnurture and selfcareDemonstrated commitment to maintain professional boundaries, and professional spiritual developmentDesirable ExperienceUnderstanding of the spiritual and pastoral needs of those living with dementia, loss, grief and bereavement, longterm illness, relationship disharmony, mental health, disability, loneliness, or receiving palliative careVisiting customers in homes and hospitals as appropriateApplication ProcessTo be considered for the role, please provide the following:A cover letter addressing ALL the listed essential qualifications & experience and competenciesUpdated resumeAbout UsWe are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a forpurpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be with people right at the centre.Other InformationApplicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing date is subject to change without notice.Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks.BaptistCare Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.#J-18808-Ljbffr