- Leading not-for-profit, values based organisation
- High performance culture focused on providing a positive and fulfilling ageing experience
- Part Time opportunity available in Gisborne Oaks
What YOU do matters!
Do YOU have a flair for Aged Care and Spiritual Care? If so, join our team as a passionate and dedicated Pastoral Care Practitioner, supporting our site/s in Gisborne Oaks, Gisborne. The Benetas Pastoral Care service is a significant part of our organisations social dividend. Pastoral Care plays an important role for residents and demonstrates our commitment to value the whole person and all aspects of their life.
We are seeking an individual with a passion for person-centred care, who is comfortable with working in a non-denominational and multi-faith capacity. The successful candidate will have a background in Pastoral Care service delivery and a demonstrated empathy with the elderly. As a natural people person with a good ear, you will use your high level of emotional intelligence to support residents and their families with a range of issues, including spirituality and meaning, grief and loss, adjusting to change, palliative care and end stage of life.
You will have:
- Relevant qualifications in Pastoral Care, Health, Theology, or Social Science or related field and include at least one unit of clinical pastoral education
- Demonstrated experience in pastoral care
- An open, inclusive, non-denominational philosophy
- Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail to ensure quality documentation
- An outstanding customer-focused orientation
- An exemplary work ethic and great initiative
- A current Victorian Driver's Licence and vehicle
- Experience in an Aged Care, or end of life setting (desirable)
As a valued employee, your experience matters. Look forward to:
- Being part of a trusted team within a supportive community
- Proudly being part of a business that values Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit
- Engaging in meaningful work with a strong commitment to customer experience
- A competitive salary (with salary packaging and meal & entertainment benefits)
- A comprehensive on-site orientation, training, and support
- A dedicated L&D team and learning culture putting you in the driver’s seat of your ongoing professional and personal development
About Benetas
Benetas is a leading not for profit organisation dedicated to actively working with older Victorians, their friends and carers, through a range of residential aged care, primary care and in-home services. We care about our people’s health and wellbeing, and are committed to our reputation as a truly great place to work and volunteer. We are a recognised leader in gender equality, having been awarded an Employer of Choice citation since 2006. We are proud to provide an inclusive workplace - with a diverse workforce that is reflective of the client base.
Keen to join us?
We respect and value differences, and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply. To view the position description and to submit your application, please click Apply Now!
Please note we may consider applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which includes an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (in place of a Police Check). All applicants must have valid working rights, and all employees are required to be immunised with the Influenza Vaccination and Covid-19 Vaccination.