The PHC is offering an incredible opportunity for a dynamic and passionate individual
or young couple to join our team. 
 

 

If you're ready for a challenging yet rewarding role in youth education and engagement, 
where you can make a positive difference in our community, 
then this is the position for you!

 

 

The main purpose of the role is to proactively drive EmPower: our religious, social, educational 
and cultural  programs that engage and connect Jewish youth for life.

About The PHC

The PHC is Western Australia’s largest and longest-established Orthodox Jewish congregation.
Led by a dynamic Rabbi and Rebbetzin, and a professional management team, we provide a wide range of religious, educational and social services and to the Perth Jewish community.

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Key responsibilities of the role

• To develop, extend and implement children’s, teens, and young adults' services on Shabbat and chaggim.

• To upgrade and implement Bar and Bat Mitzvah programs, as well as pre and post-b'not mitzvah engagement programs.

• To manage and teach EmPower Learning programs, including Jewish Studies and Hebrew reading lessons using our world-class materials and curricula.

• To engage children, teenagers, and young adults in shule life.

• To participate in religious services.

• To build the PHC brand by participating in communal functions and events.
   

Key skills and experience
We are looking for a Jewish orthodox person who is an experienced and energetic “self-starter” with an outgoing, engaging personality, a professional approach to their work and the following:

• Experience in Jewish education and youth leadership.

• Fluency in English with strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong computer skills and experience using social media (Facebook and Instagram) to communicate with, and engage, youth of different ages.

• Excellent teaching skills and informal education experience with children and young adults.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and training.

• Ability to lead Orthodox tefilla services (competence in leining would be a welcome bonus).
   

What we offer 

• A two-year, fixed-term contract position commencing June / July 2024

• A supportive work environment

• Active mentoring from the Rabbi and Management and responsive office / admin support

• A generous budget for social, educational and cultural events

• A library of world-class Jewish Studies and Hebrew reading materials and curricula

• A comfortably furnished and fully equipped home on the PHC campus

• A competitive salary package, mobile phone, and use of a car (applicants must have a current
  driver’s licence) 

• 20 days annual leave

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Next Steps
If you're keen to take on this exciting role, please submit your application including the following to office@thephc.com.au (subject YD24): 

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• A covering letter addressing the key responsibilities and outlines how you are suitable for the role

• Resume (max 2 pages)

• Contactable references

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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.