Chaplain - Mental Health -Hospital

Overview

Transform lives, every single day. Make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of others. Are you an empathetic individual and a sound listener? Do you have a heart for pastoral ministry and a desire to support people in times of illness, crisis and vulnerability? Anglicare is seeking a Hospital Chaplain to join our Chaplaincy & Mission (CAM) team at Concord - Mental Health Hospital in a permanent part-time role (1 day per week).

In this role, you will provide pastoral, emotional and spiritual care to people in hospital, offering hope and support at some of the most significant moments in their lives. You will also help facilitate Christian ministry within the hospital and build healthy and supportive connections with local Anglican churches. This is a deeply rewarding ministry position where you will bring spiritual care, comfort and encouragement to patients, families and hospital staff.

You will also participate in an on-call roster to meet urgent pastoral needs.

Our Chaplaincy team includes both ordained and non-ordained Anglican ministers. This position is open to men or women who are ordained Anglican ministers (preferred) or suitably qualified lay ministers who are eligible to be licensed by the Archbishop of Sydney as Anglicare Chaplains.

• Respond to requests from patients and relatives, providing compassionate pastoral support.
• Facilitate chapel services within the hospital as required.
• Work collaboratively with chaplains from other denominations and Faiths.
• Participate in Hospital Chaplaincy Department meetings.
• Engage fully with Anglicare Chaplaincy and attend meetings and training.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with local Anglican parishes.

• Ordination in the Anglican Church of Australia or a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in theology/ministry as a layperson, eligible for licensing.
• At least five years’ ministry experience in a parish or chaplaincy setting.
• Demonstrated pastoral care experience with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong leadership and relational skills.
• Personal commitment to ongoing growth in the Christian faith.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
• Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen. At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.

• Increase your take-home with salary packaging
• Work life balance – spend more time with your family
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

We are a diverse team and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Application Close Date:
February 27, 2026

To apply for the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button now or contact Kate Taylor - Talent Acquisition Partner - kate.taylor.au with any questions or to book in for a confidential call.