Pastoral Assistant, Aboriginal Catholic Ministry

Permanent, Full-time

This position is identified as a 50D position under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity is a genuine occupational requirement.

The Aboriginal Catholic Ministry (ACM) is a not-for-profit organisation of the Archdiocese of Perth, founded in 1975 to meet the spiritual needs of Aboriginal people within the Perth metro and surrounding areas.

The Pastoral Assistant provides pastoral care and support to the Aboriginal community and assists in ACM activities and Ministry.

About the role - a snapshot: 

1. Pastoral Care and Support – engage in hospital, hostel and home visitation, facilitate community events, including Elders/Seniors gatherings, support with Funeral Ministry.

1. Ministry Programs – Support the Director with the coordination of ministry programs, activities, gatherings, and resources of the ACM that enable the formation and faith development of Aboriginal people.

1. Community Engagement – Work and engage with the wider Catholic Community in their ministry and reach out to the Aboriginal Community through workshops, services, attendance at community events, pastoral care and referrals as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support for Sunday Mass Community
• General office duties
• Attend professional development workshops
• Work with the ACM team to provide support with the coordination of the Aboriginal Worshipping Community and related liturgy
• Work with Director and ACM Chaplain to support Indigenous families

This position is identified as a 50D position under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).  The role involves providing services intended to promote the welfare of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, which can most effectively be provided by a person of the same cultural background. As such, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity is a genuine occupational requirement.

This role requires a willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos.

To be successful in this role, you will hold a Clinical Pastoral Education qualification or equivalent (or have the willingness to complete the study for the qualification). You will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with other Aboriginal communities and organisations. You must have experience coordinating and/or facilitating events. You will work both independently and as part of a supportive, collaborative team. Flexibility is required, as this role includes weekend work, including supporting at the Sunday Mass celebrations.

A valid National Police Clearance, WA Working with Children Check, WA Driver’s Licence, and the legal right to work in Australia are required. The successful candidate must have the willingness to comply with applicable hospital policies for visitation purposes.

To apply or for more information:

Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration using our online application form (click here).

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