Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.
We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.
It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role Matters: Not your average retailer, Salvos Stores is made up of a team of changemakers who are passionate about raising funds to help The Salvation Army provide over one million sessions of care to disadvantaged Australians each year through an extensive network of over 360 retail stores, as well as online.
Whether you're sorting donations, processing invoices or driving one of our iconic trucks, every team member is valued for the incredible contribution they make to Salvos Stores.
Join our crew and feel rewarded for making a difference.
Salvos Stores is a mission enterprise of The Salvation Army, a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope amid all kinds of personal hardship.
About the Role: As Salvos Stores Chaplain, you will provide Christian chaplaincy support from a Wesleyan theological perspective, responding to the spiritual, emotional and pastoral needs of employees and volunteers.
Working closely with store teams, management, local corps and the Chaplaincy Development and Governance Unit, you will help bring The Salvation Army's mission and values to life across our retail network.
Key Responsibilities: Providing spiritual and pastoral care,



supporting individuals through personal challenges and encouraging their faith journeys Offering pastoral support following critical incidents, in conjunction with appropriate specialist debriefing services Building meaningful relationships with employees and volunteers through regular visitation, one-on-one engagement and pastoral care Supporting managers and teams to understand and embed The Salvation Army's mission, theology and culture Facilitating faith-based activities, spiritual awareness initiatives and Positive Lifestyle Program sessions Conducting Christian services, store dedications, blessings and other religious ceremonies Collaborating with local corps and mission personnel to create opportunities for faith connection and engagement Contributing to Local Mission Plans, management meetings and relevant leadership initiatives Providing spiritual support and services around significant dates, including Easter, Christmas, ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day About You: Diploma of Chaplaincy Previous or current chaplaincy experience, or relevant experience in a similar pastoral or ministry position An understanding of Wesleyan theology and the ability to communicate and minister from this perspective Training in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Ongoing theological education as directed by the Chaplaincy Development and Governance Unit Positive Lifestyle Program (PLP) Facilitator training Why Work For Us: Eligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) Generous paid Parental Leave for primary (12 weeks) and secondary carers + Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiatives Adaptable and hybrid WFH arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer Discounts Access to EAP and health

📌 Chaplain (Salvos Stores) (Melbourne)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Melbourne