About Catholic Homes

Catholic Homes is a leading not‑for‑profit aged care provider in Western Australia, with more than 60 years of experience supporting older Australians. Guided by Catholic values of love, joy, hospitality and excellence, we deliver person‑centred care across residential aged care, retirement living and in‑home support services.

About the role

Catholic Homes is seeking a Pastoral Care Practitioner to join the team at one of our Perth Metro residential facilities. This is an ongoing, part-time opportunity working two days per week, with the option to pick up additional shifts within our Home Care team. Enjoy the flexibility of part-time work while still having time for the things that matter to you outside of work.

In this role, you'll provide compassionate spiritual and emotional care to residents, their families and representatives, offering comfort and support through life's challenges and important moments. You'll build meaningful connections and work alongside our care and allied health teams to support each person's individual needs, beliefs and preferences.

About you

You embody Catholic Homes' values of Love, Hospitality, Excellence and Joy. With a generous spirit and a caring, respectful approach, you build meaningful connections with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds and faith traditions, supporting their emotional, spiritual and social wellbeing.

In addition, you will have:

- Previous experience as a Pastoral Practitioner or similar role

- A tertiary qualification in theology, philosophy, pastoral studies or a related discipline, or a tertiary qualification in a health-related discipline, such as nursing, allied health or counselling.

- Strong understanding of Catholic liturgies and other religious practices.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word,



PowerPoint and Excel.

- A current driver's licence and access to a reliable, roadworthy and insured vehicle.

- Experience working in aged care or supporting people experiencing acute mental health challenges or homelessness will be beneficial

- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) (Desirable)

Why join Catholic Homes?

- Salary packaging benefits – Pay less tax and increase your take‑home pay by salary packaging everyday living expenses (such as rent or mortgage) up to $15,900 per year, plus up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your immediate family

- Paid blood donor leave

- Stable, ongoing employment with a well‑established and trusted aged care provider

- Ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities

- Strong support and guidance from an experienced leadership team

- The prospect to be part of a purpose‑driven, values‑based organisation making a difference

Apply today! We’ll start reviewing applications as they come in, so we encourage you to apply early

Our commitment to safeguarding includes using robust recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with vulnerable people.

Applicants must obtain a valid National Police Clearance before commencing employment and valid Australian working rights. We are unable to provide sponsorship.

Successful candidates are required to attend a 3-day orientation and induction program, held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the start of employment.

Catholic Homes is an inclusive organisation welcoming all faiths and backgrounds.

For more information about working with Catholic Homes please visit www.catholichomes.com

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