Pastoral and Spiritual Care Practitioner

Job Description:

Looking to see the impact of your work daily whilst being supported to progress your career? SVHA is Hiring!

Are you a Lifestyle Assistant, Diversional Therapist, or Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator looking for your next move? If you're currently working in aged care and want better rosters, real career progression and a genuinely values-driven employer, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

St Vincent's Care Services Carina is looking for a Lifestyle Assistant to join our experienced, close-knit team. Just 7km from Brisbane's CBD and surrounded by landscaped gardens, our home offers a warm, community-oriented environment for residents — and an equally supportive one for staff.

In this role, you'll design and deliver engaging lifestyle and leisure programs that bring joy, connection and purpose to residents' daily lives, including those living with dementia. You'll build genuine relationships with residents and their families and be a valued part of a care team that believes relationships matter more than routines.

What's in it for you

• More take-home pay — salary packaging up to $15,990 p.a., novated leasing, plus an optional Meals & Entertainment card up to $2,650 p.a.
• Better work-life balance — consistent fortnightly rosters for permanent positions, no rotating shifts
• Career growth — development, mentoring and leadership pathways across Australia's largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider
• A great team culture — like-minded colleagues who share a genuine community care spirit
• No cost to you — uniforms and training provided
• COVID vaccination not mandatory — free annual flu vaccination recommended
• Wellbeing support — Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, plus access to Fitness Passport

What you'll bring

• Certificate III or Diploma in Lifestyle and Leisure, or Diversional Therapy (essential)
• Experience delivering lifestyle/leisure programs in an aged care setting, including for residents living with dementia
• A genuine passion for person-centred care and strong customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills and sharp attention to detail
• The ability to work within care plans and understand resident rights and responsibilities
• A creative flair to think outside the box when it comes to activity planning

Why St Vincent's Care?

For more than 175 years, St Vincent's Care has been a leading Catholic provider of aged care services in Australia, guided by compassion, justice, integrity and excellence. We value inclusivity and diversity, and we're committed to creating a workplace that's welcoming, safe, fair and impartial for everyone.

Reconciliation Action Plan St Vincent's Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's unique perspectives, knowledge and culture. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Learn more at svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation and svcs.org.au/people/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-recruitment.

Additional Information:

Candidates may be required to provide or complete the following:

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), less than 6 months old (or willingness to obtain one)
• A NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required

 

Ready to bring more heart into your career?

Apply online today — we'd love to meet you.

Applications via agencies will not be accepted.

Closing Date:

14 November 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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