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Permanent part role offering 45.6 hours per fortnight with flexible workdaysProvide spiritual and emotional support to our clients in Port Kembla and Warilla North as part of our BaptistCare HopeStreet teamJoin a supportive community where care for others begins with care for each otherAbout the RoleAt BaptistCare HopeStreet, we seek to transform the lives of people in our communities who are living with disadvantage or experiencing great personal trials.As a Chaplain, you will provide spiritual and pastoral care to individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing disadvantage, trauma, or complex needs. You will work collaboratively with our HopeStreet and Community Services & Housing team to support people in their search for meaning, hope, and healing.The role is a permanent part-time position offering 45.6 hours per fortnight with flexible workdays, based across Port Kembla and Warilla North.QualificationsTertiary 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 heart.Active involvement in and recommendation from a local Christian Church.Chaplaincy or pastoral care experience.Current Working with Children Check.Experience working in collaborative, multi-disciplinary settings.Willingness to undergo a police check.Essential CompetenciesA personal commitment to growth in the Christian faith.Ability to recognise the spiritual and pastoral needs of clients and to design, deliver and evaluate person centred 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 multi-disciplinary team.Ability to facilitate safe and welcoming spaces which provide a sense of community and belonging.Treat all clients with equity, respect, and dignity.Provide spiritual and pastoral care in ways that respect and value diversity, e.g. age, race, faith, culture, disability, gender, spirituality, and sexuality.Ability to work within BaptistCares Purpose and Values and willingness to promote its Christian identity.Ability to work within BaptistCares Policies and Procedures.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to supervise, support and train pastoral care volunteers.A demonstrated commitment to self-nurture and self-care.Demonstrated commitment to maintain professional boundaries, and professional spiritual development.Desirable ExperienceExperience working in a community setting and/or work experience outside of a church or chaplaincy role.Experience working with people who have complex needs, including living with disadvantage or poverty, domestic or family violence, mental health, or trauma.Group work training and experience or willingness to undertake training.Ability to support the HopeStreet team to work within the principles of social justice, harm minimisation, trauma informed care and strength-based models. #J-18808-Ljbffr