Family Ministry Assistant

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About the role
We are seeking a dedicatedFamily Ministry Assistant! You will be responsible for supporting the Families Ministry Coordinator in the delivery of the mission of Central Vic Salvos (with sites covering Bendigo, Castlemaine, Eaglehawk & Maryborough) through development and facilitation of youth, children's and young adults ministry.

Responsibilities include

• Programs and activities meet mission intentions, Corps goals and participant
• Volunteers are recruited, trained and effectively engaged
• Participate in appropriate funding activities agreed with Families Ministry Coordinator
• Pastoral care and discipleship activities are undertaken as agreed with Families Ministry Coordinator
• Collaborative relationships are fostered with relevant community groups and organisations e.g., municipalities, police and local schools

This is a permanent part-time position, 30 hours per week, based in Maryborough, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with Hay Level 10.

You will have

• Enrolled and active Solider of the Salvation Army - preferred
• Commitment to Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army
• Ability to offer pastoral assistance, offer prayer and explain Christian Gospel
• Experience in a Ministry position (desirable)
• Solid understanding of TSA Doctrines & Principles (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 (or willing to join a CVS congregation)
• A current Victorian Driver's Licence

Benefits of working at The Salvation Army

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Enquiries only
Please contact Ronald Stobie on *************@salvationarmy.org.au

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.