Careers

About us  

HammondCare is a not-for-profit, values-based Christian organisation that is passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need. As one of Australia’s most innovative health and aged care providers, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for people with complex needs. HammondCare provides care primarily through hospitals, residential care homes and home-based care as well as services for dementia support, community palliative care, rehabilitation, positive aging, and older persons’ mental health. 

About The Role

HammondCare regards this role as key in the delivery of relationship-based care which seeks to understand and value every individual as a whole person.

Reporting to the Pastoral Care Manager you will utilise and share your pastoral expertise, coaching staff, and volunteers to support the emotional and spiritual needs and goals of clients, their families, and staff.

This is a permanent part-time role based at Braeside Hospital which offers service for rehabilitation, palliative care and older persons mental health.

The role is 2 days per week (15.2 hours) with an option of additional day(s) at Greenwich Hospital.

About you

• Strong understanding the challenges facing adults needing in-hospital rehabilitation, with particular experience of the spiritual care of older people living with mental health issues.
• Experience in supporting patients in a palliative care setting highly desirable.
• Strong personal and active Christian faith and church involvement
• Theological /Pastoral Care qualifications and experience
• Demonstrated capacity to pastorally care for and enhance the wellbeing of those in need
• Highly developed communication skills including listening, compassion and empathy
• Strong administrative and computer skills

Our Benefits  

We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including: 

• Fitness Passports; Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family
• Discounts across a range of household names such as JB HI- FI  
• Option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave 
• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave (prorated)
• Learning and development opportunities  
• Onsite orientation and supported to develop professionally

Our Culture

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive to create an equal employment environment for all.

To Apply 

If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now!  

Pre- Employment Checks  

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, references and NDIS workers check.