School Chaplain

About the roleColumba Catholic College, Charters Towers is seekingan experienced and dedicated School Chaplain to commence as soon as practicable.
This role is a term time, permanent position completing 8 hours per week.The Chaplain works to create opportunities for faith development of students and advance the religious life of the school community.
The Chaplain will foster the experience of Catholic community within the school and engage the community in social justice and social action.
The Chaplain encourages and facilitates connections with Church/faith communities and agencies.Key AccountabilitiesThe Chaplain will represent the school in a professional, warm, friendly and efficient manner.
Duties include:Provide pastoral and spiritual support to students: Spend informal time with students (e.g.
playground, classroom and excursions)Mentor and provide practical support to students.
Engage students in opportunities for faith development: Coordinate and facilitate reflection and prayer experiences (e.g.
reflection days, retreats, forums, meetings and other similar experiences)Contribute to the organisation of major schoolliturgies and celebrations.
Advance the religious life of the schoolcommunity: Contribute to the development and promotion of Catholic ethos within the college community.
Foster the experience of Catholic community within the school: Support events that promote the collegiate spirit of the schoolUnder the direction of the Principal, initiate contact with families of the school community (e.g.
families experiencing sickness, families new to the college experiencing hardship).
Engage the schoolcommunity in social justice and social action: Make information available to students around issues of social justice support and resource service groups within the schoolcommunity.
Encourage and facilitate connections with church/faith communities and agencies: Encourage student involvement in parish faith communities Facilitate ecumenical and inter-faith relationships and activities.
Undertake ongoing professional learning: Participate in TCE facilitated programs for professional learningContribute to local cluster gatherings of Chaplains.
Generalist administration support: Maintain relevant records and data.
Any other task as reasonability directed.Mandatory Criteria Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.Certificate IV in Youth Work, Chaplaincy or Pastoral Care or equivalent or higher qualification – this qualification must include competencies in 'making appropriate referrals' and mental heathCurrent Driver's LicenceAbility to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of TownsvilleAbility to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
Desirable Criteria Interest in ongoing professional developmentExperience in the education or Catholic sectors Some employees may be subject to pre-employment medical assessments during the selection process.
Depending on the nature of the position, it may be necessary for successful applicants to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission.
Competitive Salary RangeAnnual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaryModern facilities, equipment and resourcesAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service14 Weeks' paid parental leaveDeferred Salary SchemeAccess to corporate health schemesInduction processes and professional learning programsAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramWellbeing programs and initiatives Our OrganisationTownsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos.
We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students.
Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

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