Job Description

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton is looking for a Pastoral Care Practitioner to join the team in a permanent part-time role, working 16 hours per week.

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The Pastoral Care Practitioner will contribute to the provision of high-quality pastoral care for patients and their families. Furthermore, the Pastoral Care Practitioner supports the Mission Integration Manager and/or Pastoral Care Coordinator, visiting clergy and staff to ensure that the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families are met.

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Salary range: $34.87 - $36.55 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

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What you'll be doing

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- Make available religious or spiritual comfort and support to patients, whilst respecting, individual beliefs and practices

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- Support the Hospital Mission Integration Manager in embedding the Mater Mission and Values, and those of the Sisters of Mercy, by assisting and/or participating in events, ceremonies and rituals as required

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- Communicating to patients and families information about the Pastoral Care services available and providing emotional, religious or spiritual comfort and support based on a Catholic/Christian perspective that is respectful of individual beliefs and other religious or spiritual practices

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- Assisting with arrangements that support the adequate provision of Pastoral Care services in a facility that operates continuously over seven days a week

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- Collaborating with staff in all areas of the Hospital to ensure the provision of holistic care of patients and, whilst respecting privacy,



communicating to clinical staff acquired information regarding a patient's physical discomfort and/or care

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About you

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You will have or be progressing towards a Clinical Pastoral Education qualification and/or studies in theology/religious education or counselling/psychology. You will also ideally have:

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- Previous chaplaincy/pastoral care experience in a healthcare setting or a willingness to undertake study in the area of spirituality and pastoral care

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- Competent digital information and technology literacy

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- The ability to build rapport, trust, empathy and strong relationships

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- The ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

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- A respect and sensitivity to persons of various religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, life philosophies and faith traditions

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Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

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We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater,



you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

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- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits

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- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education

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- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams

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- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance

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- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)

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- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program

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- Convenient, discounted on-site parking

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- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots

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- Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

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Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

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Applications close 10th August 2026.

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All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‐employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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Mater offers a safe, supportive, versatile and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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