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Wendy Philpott

Camden

Summary

Experienced, warm, committed Christian with Chaplaincy experience in Pastoral Care and Spiritual Leadership.. Dedicated to working within a team to meet the emotional and spiritual needs of others. Skilled at assisting a range of families in a fast-paced environment whilst keeping calm. Developed interpersonal skills, being able to form relationships with a range of people in various circumstances, fostering and guiding others spiritually. Experience in problem solving, complex needs and maintains appropriate confidentiality. Mission-oriented through prayer.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Chaplain

Broughton Anglican College
01.2005 - 12.2023
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support. This included coordinating programs designed for evangelism and development of community.
  • Comforted staff, students and family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Assisted families in crisis situations through listening, caring for their children while at school and guiding them to access appropriate services for assistance.
  • Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs. This included involvement in Christianity Explored courses.
  • Worked both within team demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Conducted weekly Chapel services, Bible Study groups and fellowship times with students. This involved mapping out programs and delivering talks.
  • Initiated service programs across College.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Coordinator of Student Wellbeing

Broughton Anglican College
01.2005 - 12.2023
  • Created safe, multicultural environment welcoming to all individuals and groups. Particular attention to new students to the College, ensuring students were able to develop friendships and feel settled.
  • Promoted school spirit by developing and implementing engaging activities, involving buddy programs with older and younger students.
  • Significant family and student communication with active listening and developed Wellbeing Plans for students. Clear communication to those involved with the family, as appropriate for privacy concerns.
  • Regular follow-up with families and students.
  • Trained in Mental Health First Aid.
  • Administration and organisation of casual staff.
  • Administration and organised bookings, programs and student information for camps.
  • Collaborated with staff teams for development of student outcomes.
  • Coordination, training and advised student leadership team.

Education

Master of Arts - Christian Studies

Sydney Missionary And Bible College
Sydney
2004

Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
1995

Skills

  • Pastoral Compassion
  • Empathetic Active Listener
  • Biblical Understanding
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Program Development
  • Team Collaborator & Leader
  • Confidential Case Documentation
  • Gospel-shaped focus
  • Relational with Various Demographics
  • Resilient & Flexible Thinker
  • Prayerful Visionary
  • Effective Communicator

Timeline

Assistant Chaplain

Broughton Anglican College
01.2005 - 12.2023

Coordinator of Student Wellbeing

Broughton Anglican College
01.2005 - 12.2023

Master of Arts - Christian Studies

Sydney Missionary And Bible College

Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education

University of Wollongong
Wendy Philpott