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Part Time, Permanent Role (7 hours per week) Location: Mparntwe (Alice Springs), NT Salary dependant on skills and experience + Super + NFP Salary Packaging Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your opportunity Join Mission Australia as a Chaplain and play a vital role in supporting the pastoral health and wellbeing of staff and participants. Based in Alice Springs, this role offers the unique opportunity to provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and support in alignment with our Christian founding purpose and values. You will engage primarily with staff with availability also for clients fostering meaningful connections that strengthen both personal and organisational growth. Your key responsibilities will be to: Provide pastoral care and support to staff and clients addressing spiritual, personal, and emotional wellbeing needs. Promote Mission Australia’s founding purpose and values, guiding staff in values-based decision making and reflective practice. Conduct regular pastoral care sessions for staff and clients, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and personal empowerment. Collaborate with Program Managers to design and facilitate spiritual and cultural programs for teams and communities. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, local churches, and community organisations. Monitor and evaluate chaplaincy activities, providing feedback and suggesting improvements to ensure ongoing success and alignment with organisational goals. Requirements for success Relevant theological qualifications, Clinical Pastoral Education, or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution. Demonstrated ability to deliver culturally appropriate pastoral care and support, spreading the knowledge of God’s love with sensitivity. Strong listening, engagement, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and concisely. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands. Demonstrated professional approach to the role including maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality Commitment to personal spiritual growth, active participation in a local church community, and alignment with Mission Australia’s values and founding purpose. Current Valid Drivers’ Licence and Ochre Card. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more. Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.