About the Role

The Clergy Health, Wellbeing and Support Officer is an exciting new full-time role within our Diocese.  The role holder will work collaboratively with the Director of Clergy Life and Ministry within the Diocesan Office Team  to ensure a coordinated and proactive response to the changing health and wellbeing needs of our Priests. In order to discharge their duties in this role, a key component for the role holder will be to build confidential and trusting relationships with clergy to assist them to identify and address individual health and wellbeing needs and to engage effectively with them at all stages of life.

The Clergy Health, Wellbeing and Support Officer is responsible for: 

• Coordinating access to appropriate health, wellbeing, medical, aged care and specialist services for clergy, including retirement transition support
• Engaging clergy in person-centred, confidential conversations to develop practical health and wellbeing strategies
• Communicating sensitive health and wellbeing matters appropriately
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records
• Coordinating event and travel bookings

What we are looking for

• An active participant in the Catholic Church or lifestyle aligned with Catholic Church values and teachings, with an understanding of the role of clergy
• Demonstrated pastoral, empathetic and relational approach, grounded in Catholic Social Teaching and the Diocesan Vision and Values
• Commitment to collaboration, servant leadership, confidentiality, and compassionate handling of sensitive matters
• Relevant qualifications in healthcare or a related field (desirable, not essential) and minimum five years’ experience in an administrative role

The Diocese is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk, and has a zero tolerance for abuse. A national police check is required for this role.

For a copy of the Position Description or for further information, email [email protected]. All applications should be submitted via our Careers Portal https://rok.catholic.net.au/employment/.  Please include a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role along with your current resume (including two professional referees).

Applications close: Monday, 16 February 2025, 09:00am