Community Ministry Worker

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.

About us

Are you passionate about building relationships, strengthening communities, and helping people explore faith in a welcoming and supportive environment? The Salvation Army is seeking a dedicated Community Ministry Worker to help grow and enrich our local mission through meaningful engagement, discipleship pathways, and community-focused initiatives.

About the role

As a Community Ministry Worker, you will help connect our Corps with the wider community, welcome newcomers, and support people in their faith journey. You will create and lead opportunities for evangelism, discipleship, and spiritual growth—including programs like Alpha—while coordinating volunteers, contributing to ministry development, and using your own initiative to identify and respond to community needs.

This is a permanent, Part-Time role, offering 25 hours based in Tweed Heads - South Gold Coast Corps. Salary is in accordance with Hay Level 12.

How you will make an impact

• Foster meaningful connections between Corps members, newcomers, and the local community.
• Assess community needs and collaborate with leadership to develop programs that encourage evangelism, discipleship, and spiritual growth.
• Lead and coordinate the ALPHA course and other discipleship initiatives.
• Be responsible for existing community-based activities, ministries and programs.
• Develop new ministry and community engagement activities in consultation with the Corps Leadership Team.
• Build strong relationships with newcomers and establish clear pathways into faith, ministry involvement, and membership.
• Engage with local organisations, councils, churches, businesses, and not for profits to support current and future mission opportunities.
• Facilitate worship gatherings, discipleship groups, small groups, and special events.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers, developing roles aligned with Corps strategy while promoting wellbeing and recognising their contributions.
• Provide administrative support by maintaining accurate data, managing financial tasks (invoicing, purchasing, banking, receipting), and creating communications to promote programs and engagement opportunities.

What you will bring

• Experience in community engagement within a religious or not-for-profit setting.
• A demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of The Salvation Army.
• Ability to offer pastoral care, prayer, and explain the Christian Gospel.
• Experience developing and delivering community-based programs.
• Experience managing volunteers or staff.
• Strong communication skills, including confidence in public speaking and relationship building.
• NSW Working with Children’s Check (Employee)
• Drivers License

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

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Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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.