Spiritual and Pastoral Care Partner

Posted Tuesday 23 December 2025 at 1:00 pmDiscover a career where care goes both waysLocation – WaterlooPermanent Full timeNot for profit employer, so pay less taxExciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare This year we’ll celebrate our 30 years in care, we now have 5500+ employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.Spiritual and Pastoral Care are a strong focus at Catholic Healthcare, and we are seeking an experienced pastoral carer to help us transform the lives of our clients and their families through a range of both group based and individual Spiritual Support and Pastoral Care activities aligned with their preferences and the mission of Catholic Healthcare. If you have a strong understanding of relationship centred care, can work with people of different backgrounds and have a heart for some of the most vulnerable members of our community, this may be the role for youIn line with our new Model of Care, relationships and connection are at the heart of this newly created role. We are looking for someone who has a flexible, strengths based approach and who can provide pastoral and spiritual support tailored to each of our individual clients in a way that is meaningful to them.Day to day this role looks like.Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with clients through group-based activities in Home and Community CentresProviding spiritual support and pastoral care services to clients and family members that are person-centred, faith-based, inclusive, and friendly within a trauma-informed care framework and a strength-based approachProviding spiritual support and pastoral care services to employees through group and debriefing sessions, as well as one-to-one, where appropriate.Preparing spiritual celebrations to recognise special days of remembrance that are inclusive of various religious and culturally diverse backgrounds for clients in a group-based setting, where neededPreparing prayers and moments of reflection to share with clients, family members, and employeesProviding one-to-one Pastoral Care to clients on a transitional basis, where neededFacilitating Pastoral Care volunteers to support clients and build connections with local communitiesCreating and providing pastoral care support toresidents/clients and their family members when they enter palliative care or end-of-life based on their needs and preferencesSupporting the teams and client family members access support services to assist with bereavement associated with the loss of a resident or clientFacilitating pastoral and spiritual visits and support from ministers of various faith groupsEnsuring clients receive continuity of spiritual care as they move into facilities and /or hospitalsTo be successful in this role you’ll need.Successful completion of Cert IV or Diploma in Pastoral Care, Counselling, Chaplaincy, or similar qualifications in theology or spiritualityStrong personal spirituality lived out in the context of a Christian-based community (Catholic or other Denomination)Strong knowledge and understanding and/or practice of the Catholic faith, particularly as it relates toChristian Spirituality, dignity of life, and aged careCommitment to supporting the pastoral/spiritual care needs of the sick and elderly and their family membersPrevious experience working within aged care or vulnerable community settingsKnowledge of Trauma-informed Care and Mental Health best-practiceAbility to establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with residents, clients, and their familiesCommitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences, and spiritual beliefs of residents and clientsExcellent time-management and prioritization skillsRegistered and insured motor vehicle and a current unrestricted Australian drivers' licenceWhat we can offer you.Competitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement (99c per Km) + paid travel timeNot-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less taxFitness Passport discounted gym benefitsPaid Parental leaveLong Service leave after 5 yearsA values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgroundsApply online nowCatholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we’re looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we’ll be in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr