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Pastoral Care Practitioner page is loadedPastoral Care PractitionerApply locations NSW - Sydney, Greater Western SuburbsTime type: Part timePosted on: Posted 9 Days AgoTime left to apply: End Date: May 9, 2025 (19 days left to apply)Job requisition id: JR141835Job Description:About the Opportunity:We are looking for a special kind of person a St Vincents kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection, and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.As the Pastoral Care Practitioner, you will take a lead role honouring this legacy and in nurturing the commitment of all to the mission and values of St Vincent''s Care Yennora.We are looking for a compassionate, spiritual, and professional person to join the Pastoral Care team, working with the Facility Manager and care team to respond effectively to the diverse emotional, spiritual and religious needs of our residents, and their families. Applicants must have a sound understanding of our Mission and a genuine commitment to the service of the aged, vulnerable, and poor.Whats on your CV is important, but whats in your heart matters more.This will be a permanent part time position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight, across 2 days each week. Ordinary hours of work will be between 8am and 5pm Mon-Fri.Things that work for us:Attainment of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) qualification, or equivalent training in the care of the sick, the dying, and the grieving (Essential);Relevant pastoral experience in a similar clinical/care/education environment (highly regarded)Tertiary studies in Theology (highly regarded)Tertiary studies in Mental Health (highly regarded)Demonstrated ability to promote Catholic ethos (highly regarded)Familiarity with Catholic culture, ritual, theology, tradition, and worldview (highly regarded)Vaccinated (and maintain up-to-date vaccinations) against Influenza and Covid-19Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (within the last 6 months).NDIS Worker Screening Check will be a requirement for this role.Understanding of Aged Care and resident rights and responsibilitiesAbility to build rapport, trust, empathy, or strong relationshipsAbility to work with minimum supervisionRespect and sensitivity in ministry to persons of various religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, Life Philosophies and Faith TraditionsCompetent technology and computer skillsStrong attention to detail and excellent communication skillsThings that work for you:Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nation''s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Why become part of the St Vincent''s Care family?Because you''re like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients, and better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.For more than 175 years, St Vincent''s Care (SVC) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity, and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire our work today.Our spiritual and hospital-based heritage has taught us that wellness is about more than medical needs. It''s about building a true partnership around trust and respect. That''s why we take a person-centred approach - delivering holistic, individual care that achieves wellbeing for mind, body, and spirit.At St Vincent''s we value inclusivity and diversity, and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair, and impartial, and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.Reconciliation Action PlanSt Vincent''s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people''s unique perspectives, knowledge, and culture. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit this link or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.No agencies please.This role is subject to the completion of pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, a national criminal history check, NDIS worker screening, work rights, and evidence of immunisation history including COVID-19 and the 2024 influenza vaccination.Closing Date:8 May 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit this link or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.View Reconciliation Action PlanCode of Conduct:View Code of ConductSet up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen.About UsAs part of St Vincents Health Australia, St Vincents Care Services (SVCS) is a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia. SVCS offers quality residential, community and independent living services through 23 facilities located within Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. St Vincents has been providing health care in Australia for more than 155 years. The legacy entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder, Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire the service provided to our residents in a caring, friendly atmosphere, underpinned by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.We are proud of our working environment that promotes teamwork and fosters professional development. We treat each other with respect and fairness, we have a genuine concern for everyone in our team, and we are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr