Make a difference as a School Chaplain in Rockhampton — support students, foster community and live the coastal lifestyle!
Support students, staff and families in a caring Christian environment
Create positive connections through programs, events, and mentorship
Foster connections with school staff, parents and community experts
About The Role
Join a mission driven Christian organisation that's making a real difference in the lives of young people. Based in beautiful Rockhampton, you'll enjoy the advantages of coastal living and a strong community spirit.
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated School Chaplain to join our Carinity Schools community. In this role, you will provide social, emotional, and spiritual support to students, parents, and staff, fostering a caring Christian environment and supporting a quality education experience for disadvantaged youth.
As a Chaplain, you will work within the Christian ethos of Carinity, developing meaningful relationships, providing pastoral care, and supporting students through social, emotional, and academic challenges. You will also assist in school events, lunchtime groups, and Christian programs, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.
Your Day-to-day Will Involve
Provide pastoral care and counselling to students, parents, and staff, including support for students facing family breakdown, abuse, neglect, or mental health challenges
Facilitate Christian-based activities, such as prayer groups, Bible studies, and personal development programs
Collaborate with teaching staff, Behaviour Support Workers, and external professionals to support student wellbeing
Participate in school assemblies, events, camps, excursions, and graduations
Maintain accurate records of student support and progress, ensuring confidentiality




Build and maintain strong relationships with the wider school community, including parents, volunteers, local churches, and referral agencies
About You
You are a committed Christian who is passionate about supporting youth and their families. You bring empathy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with students, staff, and external professionals. You are organised, adaptable, and proactive in fostering a safe, supportive, and values-driven school environment.
Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care (or equivalent) with mandatory units in Mental Health, Making Appropriate Referrals, and Providing Pastoral Care or Working with Youth
Demonstrated experience in school chaplaincy, pastoral care, counselling, or working with marginalised youth
Current Blue Card and Driver's Licence
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and time management, conflict resolution, and collaborative decision-making
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
The Benefits Of Joining The Carinity Team
We're part of Carinity, a not-for-profit Christian organisation committed to creating communities where people are loved, accepted and supported to reach their full potential. Our special assistance school offers holistic, flexible learning in a supportive environment for students needing a second chance.
Appealing not-for-profit (PBI) salary packaging options
Access to an employee assistance program
At Carinity we acknowledge the need to balance your work and personal life and are genuinely committed to this
On-going professional development and training
Legitimate chance to make a real difference to the community, every day
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
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📌 School Chaplain (Rockhampton)
🏢 Carinity
📍 Rockhampton