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Ministry Assistant

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    Full-time
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  • Melbourne
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  • You must be committed to Christian faith, have pastoral skills, group facilitation experience, be a member of a local Corps, and hold a criminal history check, children's check, and valid driver’s license.
  • You will ensure programs align with mission goals, recruit volunteers, manage risks, participate in funding, provide pastoral care, foster community relationships, and monitor program budgets.

Requirements

  • A commitment to the Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army.
  • An ability to offer pastoral assistance, to offer prayer and to explain the Christian Gospel
  • Experience in a Ministry position (desirable)
  • Capacity to facilitate groups and one to one with a particular focus e.g. faith-based groups
  • A member / soldier of a local Salvation Army Corps
  • A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
  • A current and valid Working with Children’s Check
  • A valid Victorian Driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure programs align with mission goals, Corps objectives, and participant needs.
  • Recruit, train, and engage volunteers according to TSA policies.
  • Identify and manage risks to participants, workers, and TSA following TSA processes.
  • Participate in funding activities as agreed with the Corps Officer.
  • Undertake pastoral care and discipleship activities as agreed with the Corps Officer.
  • Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with community groups and organizations (e.g., municipalities, police, schools).
  • Monitor programs to ensure they stay within budget.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Ministry Assistant.

Where is the Ministry Assistant position based?

The Ministry Assistant position is based at Hobsons Bay, Altona.

Is this role full-time or part-time?

This position is available in a full-time capacity, but can be negotiated to part-time for the right candidate.

What are the key responsibilities of the Ministry Assistant?

Key responsibilities include ensuring programs align with mission goals, recruiting and training volunteers, managing risks, participating in funding activities, undertaking pastoral care, and fostering community relationships.

What qualifications are required for the Ministry Assistant role?

Candidates should have a commitment to the Christian faith, experience in a ministry position (desirable), and the ability to facilitate groups. A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, a Working with Children’s Check, and a valid Victorian Driver's license are also required.

What benefits does The Salvation Army offer to its eligible employees?

Benefits include an attractive salary with NFP salary packaging, purchase and study leave, opportunities for training and career development, free onsite parking, access to financial and lifestyle discounts, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program.

How can I apply for the Ministry Assistant position?

Interested candidates can apply by submitting a current CV and a cover letter detailing their alignment with the essential requirements of the role through the provided application link.

Will The Salvation Army consider applicants from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals of all cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

What does the hiring process include regarding checks?

All applicants are required to complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and, if applying for child-facing roles, a Working with Children's Check.

What values does The Salvation Army promote?

The Salvation Army promotes values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

Dedicated to helping people in need overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardship across the U.S.

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Mission & Purpose

The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services. Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.