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ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
The Ministry Assistant (Outreach Focus) supports the mission and ministry of the Alice Springs Corps by helping people connect with community, faith and support in a welcoming and relational environment. Working closely with the Corps Officers, you’ll be involved across a range of Salvation Army expressions, including Homelessness Programs, Doorways, The Waterhole and Salvos Stores.
This role is hands-on and people-focused. You’ll help create opportunities for individuals to explore faith, participate in small groups, receive pastoral support and engage with the wider Corps community. You’ll also contribute to Sunday worship and help strengthen partnerships across the local community.
Support the Corps Officers in delivering mission and ministry across multiple community settings
Build genuine, caring relationships with community members and help create pathways for spiritual growth
Assist with small groups, discipleship activities and faith-based conversations
Participate in Sunday worship, prayer and Bible messages for all ages
Offer pastoral care to staff, volunteers and community participants
Strengthen connections between the Corps and local community organisations
Support volunteers involved in outreach and ministry activities
Contribute to safe, effective and mission-aligned service delivery
Assist with administrative tasks, reporting and general ministry activities as needed
A mature Christian faith and a heart for sharing Jesus in a respectful, relational way
Experience in ministry, community engagement or social services
Confidence in leading small groups and offering pastoral or spiritual support
Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
A calm, compassionate approach when supporting community members
NT Driver’s Licence
The Salvation Army offers a supportive and purpose-driven workplace, including:
Remote Area Housing Benefit for employees living and working in Alice Springs (up to $15,900 tax free)
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for eligible employees
Employee Assistance Program – confidential counselling service
Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts
Up to 8 weeks of leave per year through our Purchase Leave Scheme
Generous parental leave (12 weeks)
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
A supportive, inclusive culture with passionate and dedicated team members
If you’re passionate about ministry, outreach and walking alongside people in their faith journey, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.
We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.
With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.
We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.
When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.
In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.
