Pastoral Care Worker – Seniors Living

Bring authentic Christian pastoral care directly into the homes of older people living across Sydney's Northern Beaches......

Transform lives, every single day

Do you want a career that means more?

At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen.

We're a well-respected Christian organisation that's been serving people in need for over 170 years. Every day, we walk alongside older Australians, providing care, connection and hope that enriches lives and strengthens communities.

As our Pastoral Care Worker you'll bring authentic Christian pastoral care directly into the homes of older people living across Sydney's Northern Beaches.

Through regular home visits, you'll build meaningful relationships with seniors and their families, offering encouragement, spiritual support and compassionate care that helps people remain connected to their faith, community and sense of purpose while continuing to live independently.

Every day is different as you travel throughout the Northern Beaches, meeting people where they are and providing personali sed pastoral care in the place they feel most comfortable their own home.

Be welcomed into a purpose-driven community where faith, compassion and excellence guide everything we do.

Your opportunity

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of older people through meaningful one-on-one ministry and relationship building.

You'll spend the majority of your time visiting seniors in their own homes across the Northern Beaches, providing personalised pastoral care that nurtures spiritual, emotional and social wellbeing. Through listening, prayer, encouragement and meaningful conversation, you'll help people navigate life's challenges while remaining connected to hope, faith and community.

Working closely with our Chaplaincy Team, care teams, families and community partners, you'll contribute to a holistic approach that supports every aspect of a person's wellbeing.

With integrity and compassion, you will:

• Visit seniors in their own homes across the Northern Beaches, providing compassionate Christian pastoral care and spiritual support.
• Build trusted relationships that reduce isolation and foster hope, connection and wellbeing.
• Support residents and families through prayer, Bible reading, pastoral conversations and faith-based encouragement where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with Chaplains, care teams and community partners to ensure holistic support for every client.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to high-quality pastoral services across the Seniors Living program.

What you'll bring

You are a compassionate Christian who is passionate about walking alongside older people during every stage of life. You naturally build genuine relationships, listen deeply and provide encouragement with empathy, humility and grace.

You are comfortable working independently across the community while remaining closely connected to a supportive ministry team. Most importantly, you'll actively support Anglicare's Christian mission, vision and values through both your faith and your actions.

You will also need:

• Previous experience in Christian ministry or pastoral care (essential).
• Relevant Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Pastoral Care, or a commitment to undertake theological studies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a community-based caseload.
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel throughout the Northern Beaches.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Theological studies or ministry training.
• Experience supporting older people in community or aged care settings.
• Experience providing pastoral support in home or community environments.
• Strong understanding of holistic, person-centred pastoral care.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Why Anglicare?

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 belong to a caring Christian organisation where faith, compassion and service are at the heart of everything we do. You'll enjoy the stability of a well-established organisation while continuing to grow professionally and spiritually alongside experienced ministry and care teams.

• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• Ongoing ministry formation and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness Passport.
• Staff rewards and discounts with hundreds of retailers.
• Opportunities to grow your career across one of Australia's leading Christian care organisations.

We're many services, with one purpose, to meet people where they are and walk with them.

At Anglicare, we believe everyone is Made for Connection with God, with each other and with the places we call home.

As a Pastoral Care Worker – Seniors Living, you'll meet people where they are every day bringing faith, compassion and genuine connection into their homes.

Are you ready for a career that means more?

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply to this Job' button below and submit your résumé together with a cover letter outlining your ministry experience and suitability for the role.

Anglicare welcomes applications from people who can actively support our Christian mission and values.

Successful applicants will complete relevant pre-employment checks including a National Police Check and Working With Children Check.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency résumés.

Applications close on: 05/08/2026
Expected start date: ASAP