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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Interviews and photos available: WEDNESDAY, 16 May 2018, 5:15pm | Harlaxton Park, Cnr Gleeson and Doyle Sts
(vision also available from 4-4:30pm at Neil St entrance of St Saviours College packing the food items)
With the cold winter blast hitting Toowoomba on the weekend, spare a thought for the homeless, or those less fortunate.
Rosies Friends on the Street offer food, hot drinks and friendship to around 170 people at their four outreaches in Toowoomba every week.
Fay Stein from Rosies Toowoomba said patron attendance at local branch outreaches topped 8,500 people in 2017.
75 smiling Rosies volunteers share friendship and create belonging with the homeless, marginalised and lonely of Toowoomba.
This Wednesday night, Toowoomba Grammar School (TGS) is donating five dozen sausages, five dozen strips of bacon, bread rolls, onion and sauce, along with apples, bananas and pears to give Rosies’ patrons a boost as we head into the colder months.
A number of TGS students have volunteered to help prepare, cook and serve the meals, as well as spend some time with the clients.
This is not the first time that TGS has supported Rosies; they organise four BBQs every year for their ‘Friends on the Street’.
The students enjoy giving back to the community and feel good that their small gesture makes such a difference to the lives of these people in need.
And Rosies appreciates the support from TGS.
“While Rosies is providing a warming coffee, milo, or cuppa soup, wonderful collaborators like TGS students extend the hospitality to a great BBQ and other goodies,” said Andrew O’Brien, Rosies General Manager.
“Their youthful enthusiasm and genuine interest adds wonderfully to the sense of community.”
Rosies is expecting a tough winter, with more people in need than ever before and are they’re calling on support and donations from the local community.
“Many of Rosies patrons have personal needs such as hygiene supplies and bedding,” said Mr O’Brien.
“We’d also love donations of 1kg tins of coffee and milo, cordial, sugar, biscuits, cup-a-soups and noodles.”
You can also donate funds to supply a backpack bed which are perfectly designed for those sleeping rough or couch surfing.
Rosies would also like to extend its service to another location on a Tuesday night, but need to expand their volunteer base to at least 100.
If you would like to make up those number, register online here.
The Red Rose Fund in Toowoomba is raising funds for Rosies via the Webster Cavanagh Gala Bid which is now live. You can bid on the Auction items from the comfort of your own home. For live auction items, which is set to take place on Friday, June 16th at the Red Rose Fund’s 2017 Gala Ball ‘Voyage a Paris’ see their website. Thank you to all the generous businesses that are supporting Rosies and our many friends on the street.
The Red Rose Fund Inc. announced ‘Rosies – Friends on the Street’ as their recipient charity for 2017.
For the last 30 years Rosies has been providing friendship and a sense of belonging to those who are abandoned, marginalised, socially isolated or simply lonely. With 1,200 volunteers across Queensland, Rosies supports various initiatives, including weekly outreach programs in Toowoomba.
As the cooler weather sets in, please remember to keep our friends in mind. Your donated items or friendly faces are always welcome to help them through this period. #redrosefund
In early April, Toowoomba volunteers were offered the opportunity to participate in a fundraising BBQ at the Harvey Norman Centre with the proceeds to be used for the ongoing work of Rosies outreaches. Our Rosies marquee added a carnival atmosphere to the special Car Park Sale which was held at the Harvey Norman Shopping Complex.
On thatbeautiful Autumn day, volunteers enjoyed the experience taking time between cooking and serving the public, to meet and socialise with other volunteers from the various teams. With other major events scheduled for the same day, the opening of the new Grand Central Shopping Complex and the Toowoomba Show, volunteers hard work was rewarded with the total of $740 raised for the work of Rosies. Special thanks to everyone who assisted with the organisation and to those who generously volunteered their time to provide the hot food throughout the day. We have booked another day for early October and look forward to meeting up again and enjoying the day together.
Well done and thank you!
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!
The branch has been nominated as charity of choice by the Red Rose Fund for their upcoming Gala Ball ‘Voyage a Paris‘. to be held in Toowoomba on June 16. What an inspirational group of women giving back to their community!
The ongoing support from the Toowoomba community ensures that three nights a week friendship is shared around the community BBQ.
