Chaplains In Home Care – Melbourne Eastern Metropolitan Region Part-time (with possibility of full-time) About the Role BaptistCare is seeking compassionate and experienced Chaplains to provide person-centred spiritual and pastoral care to aged-care clients living at home and in community settings across Melbourne’s Eastern Metropolitan region. This role is available as permanent part-time or potential full-time (minimum 3 days per week) with flexible workdays. You will join a supportive Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care team, working alongside clients, families, carers, staff and volunteers from diverse cultural, faith and belief backgrounds. The role involves community travel, close collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams, and responding to the spiritual and emotional needs of clients and their support networks. What BaptistCare offers • Flexible working arrangements • Supportive team environment • Training and professional development • Salary packaging and other financial benefits • Stability with an industry-leading provider About you • Tertiary qualification in chaplaincy/pastoral care, or theological qualifications with willingness to complete chaplaincy training within 12 months • Experience in chaplaincy or pastoral care • Current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle (travel reimbursed) • Willingness to undergo a police check Key Selection Criteria Ability to demonstrate a personal, active and authentic Christian faith along with a high level of spiritual maturity Ability to recognise and meet the spiritual and pastoral needs of customers by designing, delivering and evaluating person-centred spiritual care initiatives, in accordance with professional codes and standards of conduct Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers and to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Be capable and willing to lead Christian prayers, devotions and reflections in a manner that reflects BaptistCare’s Christian identity Ability to facilitate safe and welcoming spaces which provide a sense of community and belonging, treating all customers with equity, respect, and dignity Provide spiritual and pastoral care in ways that respect and value diversity, e.g. age, race, faith, culture, disability, gender, spirituality, and sexuality Ability to manage, support and train Pastoral Care Volunteers Demonstrated commitment to maintain professional boundaries, and professional spiritual development in line with the Christian faith Demonstrated commitment to self-nurture and self-care Ability to inspire and encourage others to grow in their Christian faith and to embody Christian values in daily life, particularly in challenging or complex situations. Capacity to integrate Christian theology and Biblical teaching into pastoral care in a sensitive and appropriate manner Alignment and commitment to BaptistCare’s Mission, Vision, and Values About Us We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre. How to apply Please visit our website to view the Role Statement at www.baptcare.org.au/vacancies - find and click on the role heading to download the full Position Description. As part of your application please address the selection criteria listed above. Applications that don't address the Key Selection Criteria will not be accepted. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. For more information contact Lisa Spencer, Manager IHC Spiritual Care – lisaspencer@baptcare.org.au Applications close: 11 January 2026 Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice. Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks. At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs. Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected. Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
