• 2 x Fixed Term Positions for Term 4 (until December 2023)
• Moonah Primary School – 3 Days per week (15 hours)
• Collinsvale Primary School – 1 Day per week (5 hours)
• Potential contract renewal in 2024 subject to funding

Hobart City Mission brings together people who want to give to and support those most in need in our local community, through the provision of client focused, holistic and innovative programs and services.

Our School Chaplains provide pastoral care services and strategies that support the emotional wellbeing of the broader school community. The School Chaplain is coordinated by Hobart City Mission but works closely under the guidance of the senior school staff.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Assist school counsellors and wellbeing staff in the delivery of student welfare services
• Build positive relationships and support members of the School Community at risk or facing hardship or trauma through the provision of counselling and pastoral care
• Promote an understanding of diversity and a range of cultures and their related traditions
• Provide students, their families and staff with support and/or appropriate referrals, in difficult situations such as during times of grief or when students are facing personal or emotional challenges

To be successful, you will demonstrate the following:

• Certificate 4 in Youth Work, Pastoral Care, or equivalent qualification as determined by the Department of Education
• An understanding of the theory and practice of pastoral care in a school context
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with school community (teachers, children, parents, government department), HCM managers, and other key stakeholders

Your dedication and commitment are rewarded in:

• 5 Weeks Annual Leave (pro-rata)
• Pride that your work will positively impact the lives of our families
• Generous salary packaging benefits & annual leave entitlements
• A friendly/supportive/professional development work environment

More information about the role can be found in the Position Description available on Hobart City Mission’s website.

HCM actively promotes diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQI and people with a disability.

Applications must include a cover letter (1 Page) highlighting your suitability for the role and a resume. Please indicate in your application if you are applying for the Moonah or Collinsvale position or either.

The successful applicant must have a National Police Certificate (no older than 6 months) and a current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (employment category).

If you’d like more information about the role or the application process, take a look at the Position Description on our website or call Bob Walker on 03 6215 4200.

Applications close 10am, Friday 13th October 2023.