Chaplain – Residential Aged Care – Dorothy Boyt House (New South Wales)

Chaplain – Residential Aged Care – Dorothy Boyt House (New South Wales)

20 Aug
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Anglicare
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New South Wales

20 Aug

Anglicare

New South Wales

About Anglicare
As a Christian organisation, with a heritage of service spanning 160 years, we serve older people and those who are vulnerable or marginalised by providing a range of accommodation, care and community services.
Dorothy Boyt House is a residential care home located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.
Set in a beautiful setting overlooking the beach at Malabar, it has accommodation for 62 residents in a mixture of private and shared rooms over two levels.
Residents gather for activities including Chapel and Bible Study weekly in common spaces around the home.
About the role
Chaplaincy is a vital and expanding part of Anglicare, which demands intentionally evangelistic and pastorally orientated ministry.
The purpose of the Chaplain is to provide spiritual leadership in the home, and to provide emotional support to the home's community, firstly to residents of the Home, as well as their families and the staff.
In the role of Chaplain, you will be based on site at the home alongside the Pastoral Carers to form the Pastoral Care Team of the home.
A healthy and thriving Chaplaincy ministry in the home is achieved through developing individual relationships with each resident and providing support according to their needs and preferences, while building trust and rapport with Home Management and staff.
Key responsibilities (not limited to)
Provide a Christ Centred pastoral approach through visitation, teaching, preaching, and conducting Church services in the home.
Support residents with their spiritual needs, facilitate their ongoing spiritual growth, enable non-Christian residents to explore the Christian faith and encourage Christian residents in their faith.
Provide spiritual hope and support to residents living with dementia and needing end-of-life care, and their families.
Requirements for Success
Strong personal and active Christian faith is essential
A warm, empathic demeanour & an active listener who builds trust and rapport
Excellent communication and relationship building skills
Exhibit moderate competency in computer skills
Demonstrate effectiveness in pastoral ministry with older persons
Collaborate with Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide person centred care
Provide pastoral care to staff and family members affected by grief and loss.
Able to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and reliability




Relevant Theological training essential; Ordained by - or Recognised Minister of the Archbishop of - the Sydney Diocese of the Anglican Church
Previous experience in ministry/pastoral care/aged care preferred
Ongoing membership and participation in a local Evangelical Church.
Current valid driver's licence and access to your own vehicle
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake or provide clearances for the following Checks
a Police Check, NDIS Check, Working With Children Check, qualifications and referee checks, along with a record of Covid vaccination boosters.
Advantages
Not-for-profit salary packaging, in alignment with Sydney Anglican Clergy allowances
Work as part of a well-supported, structured Team
Regular professional supervision
Employee Assistance Program provides free external and confidential counselling
Training and Development – including full orientation training and Introduction to Pastoral Care Course & Advanced Pastoral Care Course
Discounts on major retailers and everyday products
Rewarding work – every day you know you're making a real difference
Salary Packaging Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay!
With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free.
You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment... tax free!
Employee Assistance Program At Anglicare, we care about your mental wellbeing, both at work and at home.
Our confidential Employee Assistance Program provides free counselling as you need it.
Employee Referral Program Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role!
Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you'll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service.
Formal Recognition The Performance Review process supports your professional goals through ongoing conversations and feedback from your manager.




Your Annual Review Conversation provides an opportunity to formally recognise and reward outstanding performance through career progression, skill development and secondment.
Our culture
Anglicare's mission is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened.
Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, young people, the elderly and vulnerable, and has zero tolerance of bullying and abuse.
Do you want a career that means more?
We bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen.
At Anglicare, we're building a future where every voice counts.
We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster a culture of belonging - because your unique perspective helps shape stronger communities.
Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led community, committed to transforming lives across aged care, housing, mental health, disability and family services.
Here, you'll find the stability and support to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the lives of our society's most vulnerable people.
Because your passion for helping others deserves a home where it can truly flourish.
Anglicare is where you can do the best work of your life.
Application Close Date: September 10, ****
Your rewards and benefits
We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people.
Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally.
Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support.
So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life.
We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities.
We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family.
Staff Rewards Enjoy access to our staff rewards portal, with exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers, free wellbeing resources and more.
Salary Packaging Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay!
With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free.
You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment... tax free!
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📌 Chaplain – Residential Aged Care – Dorothy Boyt House (New South Wales)
🏢 Anglicare
📍 New South Wales

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