Prison Chaplain

Salvation Army

Kempsey, NSW, Australia
Base: in accordance with hay level 12; bonus/equit...
Person centred spiritual care
Trauma informed pastoral care
Facilitate worship and ceremonies
The Salvation Army is seeking a compassionate, spiritually grounded Chaplain to join their multi faith chaplaincy team serving people in custody across New South Wales

Job Summary

  • The Salvation Army is seeking a compassionate, spiritually grounded Chaplain to join their multi faith chaplaincy team serving people in custody across New South Wales.
  • As a Prison Chaplain, you will provide person centred spiritual, pastoral, and religious support within Kempsey correctional centre, facilitating worship services, Bible studies, and ceremonies.
  • This role offers the opportunity to bring spiritual care, compassion, and hope into a setting where it can make a life changing difference.

Matching Summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a compassionate, spiritually grounded Chaplain to join their multi faith chaplaincy team serving people in custody across New South Wales.

Salary

Base: In accordance with Hay Level 12; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Person centred spiritual care
  • Trauma informed pastoral care
  • Facilitate worship and ceremonies
  • Collaborate with chaplaincy and correctional staff
  • Navigate correctional processes
  • Contribute to mission strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and spiritually grounded
  • Multi faith chaplaincy team experience
  • Understanding of Wesleyan theology
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Engage with local faith communities

Key Requirements

  • Diploma of Chaplaincy
  • Clinical Pastoral Education training
  • Positive Lifestyle Program Facilitator training or willingness
  • Previous chaplaincy or pastoral care experience
  • Ability to meet Corrective Services NSW onboarding requirements
  • Working With Children/Vulnerable Persons Check
  • Driver’s licence if required

Work Rights

Must meet Corrective Services NSW onboarding requirements

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