POSITION DESCRIPTION: Rosies Chaplain Formation (PDF)
| SERVICE STREAM | Chaplaincy, Formation |
| LOCATION | Wynnum (base) outreach to across Queensland |
| CLASSIFICATION | Negotiated Salary |
| TERM | 12 months with possibility of extension |
| HOURS OF WORK | 20 per week with majority between 5-10pm |
| REPORTS TO | General Manager |
| Our Purpose and VALUES |
| Rosies is a community of people sharing the Oblate spirit of daring. Inspired by the Gospel, Rosies reaches out to those most abandoned, to be present with them, offering them experiences of community and belonging. Rosies vision is to reach those who are most abandoned in our society is to offer a time of presence and connection with others through: • Street Outreach; • Drug and Children’s Court support; • Youth Detention Centre Visitation; • Prison Visitation |
| POSITION PURPOSE |
| To promote and model the Mission and Values of Rosies within the outreach teams. To promote a person-centred practice and faith-inspired environment responding to and respecting the human and spiritual needs of staff, volunteers and patrons. To assist in the implementation of initiatives such as parish-based outreaches and branch-based chaplaincy. To work collaboratively with the Oblate Chaplain and the General Manager to create an effective chaplaincy team. |
| KEY PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS | |
| 1. Mission, Vision and Values | · Execute the duties and functions of the role aligned with the Gospel and Catholic traditions as well as the mission, ethos, and values of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. · Contribute to the development of an organisational culture that is consistent with the philosophy and values of Rosies. · Work ethically and model Gospel and Rosies values through your personal leadership framework. |
| 2. Role outline | · This is an accompanying role and does not have a compliance focus · Develop relationships with teams especially Team Leaders · Learn ‘Rosies’ especially from identified exemplar teams · Develop an understanding of the cultures that exist across teams · Attend 3 outreaches per week (on average) with a tactical selection of branches and teams · Develop strategies to enhance engagement of volunteer teams with Rosies Christian spirit and Oblate charism · Identify a network of branch level chaplains to assist in assessment of distributed Chaplaincy resources · Contribute to communication activities such as reflections for volunteers, networking and guest speaker engagements promoting Rosies. · Report identified issues at an individual or team level which may require suitable staff/volunteer support responses. · Participate in maintaining a workplace culture within Rosies, which respects human dignity, provides equality of opportunity, addresses the needs of the poor and disadvantaged, and protects human rights. |
| 3. Leadership | · Demonstrate understanding of, and personal commitment to the mission, vision and values of Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, to a Christian spirituality and in the spirit of St Eugene de Mazenod and to an appreciation of Rosies as a missionary activity. · Model a leadership style which promotes a person-centred practice throughout the service ensuring a whole-of-person and faith-inspired environment reflecting Rosies mission and core values. · Support the formation of volunteers, in line with organisational procedures. |
| 4. Documentation, Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement | · Create, store and archive documentation in line with legislative requirements. · Identify improvements to policy, procedures, work instructions, other organisational systems and the work environment to ensure Gospel values and principles of Catholic teaching are reflected appropriately. · Participate in the development, implementation and review of relevant Rosies policy, procedures and other documentation, as required. · Work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to prepare, undertake and maintain external requirements, as necessary.
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| 5. Workplace Health & Safety | · Adhere to safe work practices at all times. |
| 6. Other Duties | · Participate in staff development and team meetings. · Work as an effective team member in accordance with Rosies mission, purpose and values. · Engage in reflective practice and participate in meaningfully regular professional supervision sessions. · Other activities as directed. |
| POSITION REQUIREMENTS | |
| Required to have | Beneficial to have |
| · Relevant qualifications in Pastoral Care, Theology and/or Spirituality and/or Counselling. · Demonstrated commitment to, knowledge and understanding of the principles of Catholic teaching, tradition and ecumenism. · Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing pastoral care and/or volunteer services within a Christian perspective. · Team leadership experience. · Demonstrated intermediate ability to use computer IT systems including MS Word and Excel. · Queensland Provisional Green or above Driver Licence. · Ability to obtain positive notice in the legislatively required personal history check in line with compliance requirements. | · Previous experience in a similar role, either in Christian ministry environment. |
| KEY SELECTION CRITERIA | |
| 1. | Demonstrated ability to accompany small teams with human and spiritual guidance tailored to the needs of the person and ensure persons are treated with respect and empathy. |
| 2. | Demonstrated ability to apply and integrate in real practical ways appropriate Catholic teaching, Gospel values, the charism of Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate and the vision of Rosies. |
| 3. | Experience in pastoral care and volunteer support that focuses on supporting those who are assisting the most abandoned in our society. |
| 4. | Proficient communication and interpersonal skills to engage on a personal level providing comfort and confidence, as well as the ability to build relationships across an organisation to assist in the provision of support for staff and volunteers. |
| 5. | Demonstrated understanding of the emotional and spiritual needs of people at different ages and stages of life, and special attention to those working with the poor and vulnerable. |
| 6. | Demonstrated commitment to a community of faith. |
Contact Head Office for more details. Closing date: Thursday 22 November 2018
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Rosies visited the Broncos this morning.
Broncos help Rosies celebrate 30th Birthday – Broncos
For more than three decades Rosies has been helping those doing it tough so let’s help make their 30th birthday one to remember this Friday night when the Broncos take on the Raiders.
You can help the Broncos support the not-for-profit organisation by simply entering the 50/50 Charity Raffle, which last game saw a lucky fan pocket an incredible $11,800!
Rosies provides friends on the street to help create a sense of belonging for those who are homeless, marginalised, or simply lonely.
This heartfelt service provided to Queensland communities is only possible thanks to more than 1,200 Rosies’ volunteers who give up their time to assist others.
Each month 240 Rosies’ teams hit the streets, the courts as well as youth detention and women’s correctional facilities. By sharing their time, a cuppa, a snack, some basic toiletries and blankets, volunteers help those who are socially isolated feel supported. You never know when life may take a turn for the worse.
Rosies’ volunteers do this by being there, night after night, week after week.
On Friday night 60 of these generous volunteers will be at the Broncos vs Raiders game selling tickets in the 50/50 Charity Raffle so make sure you say hello and buy a ticket to support this great cause.
The lucky winner will walk away with half the total ticket sales – the other half is donated to the Brisbane Broncos Charity Fund and Rosies.
50/50 Ticket Prices
3 tickets for $5
7 tickets for $10
16 tickets for $20
45 tickets for $50.
Best of luck in the draw!
Christmas on the Street typifies the friendship network which continues to blossom wherever Rosies outreaches. In Caloundra, some 25 volunteers joined forces with Club Kawana (baked dinner), Barber’s Shed (free hair cuts), Rotary Club (special hampers), family (special gifts) and Orange Sky Laundry. Of course, this spirit of giving continues in 2017 for our very appreciative patrons.
Our friends at Chilli Jam Café recently traded goods for coffee. Donations, in return for a coffee, were collected over the week long operation to support Rosies Sunshine Coast branch. The generosity of the community went above and beyond all expectations. The Mantra Mooloolaba Beach team also kindly collected hygiene items to support our many friends on the street. Plus the Caloundra District Indoor Bowls Club nominated their local Rosies branch for their charity day on October 30. Thank you everyone! This year, Christmas on the Street will take place on Friday 23, December from 6.00pm.
Our annual ‘Christmas in July’ gathering was held once again for one and all to enjoy. Tables were loaded with blankets and warm clothing (socks, beanies, scarves, jackets etc), hygiene items, dry goods and hot food, soup, pizza, and garlic bread. With about 55 patrons and a number of Rosies’ volunteers in support, a busy time of eating and chatting to old friends and new chums alike. The supply of blankets, beanies and scarves exceeded demand – the balance being repacked and distributed to others in need via The Downs and West Charity group whom Rosies have supported on previous occasions. These items were passed on to Sister Christine just in time for her planned visit to Aboriginal communities in Central Queensland. Those outreach missions were in urgent need of warm clothing for the frosty inland winter. A huge thank you to the local community for their overwhelming support.
Find out more about our branches.
It is often said that ‘there is more happiness in giving than in receiving’, and at Rosies we could not agree more. Our Sunshine Coast branch not only experiences it while on outreach, we also share the kind support for emergencies (such as drought and flood relief) with the Sisters of Mercy. This order assists people who are most in need in the outback. This collaboration enables our local Rosies team to assist in answering many calls received beyond our branch outreach ability. We know it makes a difference to the many families who live remotely. They are certainly not forgotten! We are also very thankful to Express Print & Mail (EMP) for kindly providing a brand new A-frame sign to help our many friends locate us at our various outreach venues on the coast. More proof that there is great joy in sharing and equally great joy in giving. Thanks
Find out you can get involved.
Sunstate Jewellers nominated Rosies as charity of choice for their annual charity raffle. The prize was a $1,799 pink sapphire and diamond ring, Sunstate Jewellers raised both funds and instant coffee during the competition.
Find out more about how you can get invovled.
We make assumptions based on our own knowledge. Yet, if we take the time to listen to people with our heart we can appreciate them for who they truly are. All of us are gifted, but our individual talents are not always obvious; most treasures are hidden. God’s creation is diverse and unique, which makes it beautiful and inspiring rather than monotone and dull. God values us for who we are and we are invited to imitate Him. We are encouraged to value each other for our uniqueness. Let us appreciate the diversity God put in His creation and go beyond our presumptions to discover who a person really is through understanding and charity.
Fr John David
Rosies’ Chaplain
