Make a difference as a School Chaplain in Rockhampton — supportstudents, foster community and live the coastal lifestyle!

- Support students, staff and families in a caring Christianenvironment
- Create positive connections through programs, events, andmentorship
- Foster connections with school staff, parents and communityexperts

About the role:

Join a mission driven Christian organisation that’s making a realdifference in the lives of young people. Based in beautifulRockhampton, you’ll enjoy the benefits of coastal living and astrong community spirit.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated School Chaplain tojoin our Carinity Schools community. In this role, you will providesocial, emotional, and spiritual support to students, parents, andstaff, fostering a caring Christian environment and supporting aquality education experience for disadvantaged youth.

As a Chaplain, you will work within the Christian ethos ofCarinity, developing meaningful relationships, providing pastoralcare, and supporting students through social, emotional, andacademic challenges. You will also assist in school events,lunchtime groups, and Christian programs, promoting a positive andinclusive school culture.

Your day-to-day will involve:

- Provide pastoral care and counselling to students, parents,and staff, including support for students facing familybreakdown, abuse, neglect, or mental health challenges
- Facilitate Christian-based activities, such as prayergroups, 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 widerschool community, including parents, volunteers, localchurches, and referral agencies

About you:

You are a committed Christian who is passionate about supportingyouth and their families. You bring empathy, excellentcommunication skills, and the ability to collaborate with students,staff, and external professionals. You are organised, adaptable,and proactive in fostering a protected, supportive, and values-drivenschool environment.

- Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care (orequivalent) with mandatory units in Mental Health, MakingAppropriate Referrals, and Providing Pastoral Care or Workingwith Youth
- Demonstrated experience in school chaplaincy, pastoralcare, 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 organisationcommitted to creating communities where people are loved, acceptedand supported to reach their full potential. Our special assistanceschool offers holistic, flexible learning in a supportiveenvironment for students needing a second chance.

- Appealing not-for-profit (PBI) salary packagingoptions
- Access to an employee assistance program
- At Carinity we acknowledge the need to balance your workand personal life and are genuinely committed to this
- On-going professional development and training
- Legitimate chance to make a real difference to thecommunity, every day

Carinity actively encourages and invites applications frompeople with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople for all our positions.

Attachments:
- Carinity Education PD - School Chaplain NEW.docx

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📌 School Chaplain (Rockhampton Regional)
🏢 Carinity
📍 Rockhampton Regional