Campus Minister (Long Service Leave Replacement Contract) - Mt Maria College, MITCHELTON

The successful applicant will:

• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;

• currently hold or be eligible to hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card; and

• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

Mt Maria College is seeking a suitably qualified Campus Minister for four to five days per week, for a long service leave replacement. The Campus Ministry role is a diverse position across a 7-12 setting in a BCE College, working in partnership with our local Catholic Parishes. The Campus Minister works as a member of a team that provides faith, spiritual and pastoral support to students. The role is designed to contribute to the religious life of the school community, to develop students' understanding of their faith which is contextually relevant, and a source of meaning for them. In achieving this, empower young people to utilise their gifts and talents and to live their faith in a variety of settings including school, parish, wider Church and local community. The successful applicant will support the rich Religious Life of the College with the guidance of the Assistant Principal (Mission & Identity) and will have a strong focus on youth ministry. The Campus Minister will provide social justice opportunities, facilitate prayer gatherings, work with the Music and Drama Ministry Team and Alpha programs. The role of Campus Minister at Mt Maria College is instrumental in the Pastoral work across Middle and Senior School students and their families and will work closely with our Pastoral Leaders and College Counsellors. The role holder will Integrate formation experiences for students into classes, House Groups, Camps and Retreats. Participate in the design development and facilitation of programs that support the Youth Ministry plan at the College, assist and organise facilitate Masses and Youth gatherings. This is a Part -Time Leave replacement position for 6 weeks in Term 3. Ideally the successful applicant would be available during the last week of term 2. Duties • Promote student prayer life within the College • Assist with the organisation and promotion of Mass and Liturgy and celebration days • Help in the organisation of Retreats • Work with APMI and Pastoral Leaders to integrate formation activities in RE classes Camps and House Groups • Formation activities after school and during lunch times • Social justice awareness and fund raising for MAPS, SVDP, Caritas, Catholic Mission • Working with student Pilgrims going on the Immersion programs • Taking students to both BCE and Marist formation events in Brisbane. • Meeting regularly with the APMI

Mt Maria College, North Brisbane’s first Catholic Co-Educational College, was established in 1978. As a member of Marist Schools Australia, our educational philosophy is based on the teachings of St Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Order. The College has developed significantly in recent years having expanded its facilities to provide excellent education opportunities for Year 7-12 students. Currently, 1010 students are part of our Mt Maria family with a high demand for future enrolments. The College provides the opportunities for all its students to develop to their full potential, ready to be positive and justice centered contributors to society.

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Estimated Start Date:   Commencing 18th September 2019

Position Tenure:   Fixed Term

Weeks Worked:  School term weeks only - holidays unpaid

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):   6 weeks

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required:   30-38 hours per week during normal working hours Monday to Friday.

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate:   Renumeration is based on Non Government School Officers Award as included in the Brisbane Catholic Education EB Agreement. https://kweb.bne.catholic.edu.au/policiesandforms/ResourceStore/Payroll/Salary%20Scales/School%20Officer%20Salary%20Scale.pdf

Employment Conditions:   Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement 2015-2019

This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Contact Person:   Dianne Davies

Contact Telephone Number:   07 3550 3403

Contact Email:   dsdavies@bne.catholic.edu.au

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