Do you possess the unique blend of empathy, spirituality, and professional expertise needed to provide holistic care? Are you ready to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals from diverse backgrounds?
We currently have an opportunity for a
Pastoral Care Practitioner
to join our team on a
permanent part-time
basis, working
30 hours per week
. This role will be predominantly
South Brisbane
based (the positions maybe required to work from our Springfield campus depending on operational requirements), as well weekend and public holiday on-call provision.
Mater is a contemporary mission-based organisation founded and inspired by the Sisters of Mercy, with a compassionate spirit and a commitment to responding to unmet need. As Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit Catholic health care service we are seeking two pastoral care practitioners to join our team of compassionate listeners who provide spiritual and emotional support to persons of various religious, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, life philosophies and faith traditions.
Salary range: $***** - $***** per hour
plus superannuation
and
access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
+
access to many staff benefits!
What you'll be doing
Engage in pastoral care at the bedside, ministering with compassion and empathy, listening, caring and supporting in whichever way is most beneficial to patients and families
Facilitate small-size groups in areas such as: Meditation/Mindfulness sessions, debriefs, and staff well-being support activities
Upon request and when appropriate, provide prayer with and for patients/families
Meet the pastoral/spiritual need of the patients and their families
Perform an advocacy role where necessary and appropriate
Occasionally maintain short-term follow-up when special needs of patients or families require this
Facilitate support for patients and staff by seeking to build good personal relationships with staff members




Participate regularly, with other members of the Health Care Team, in ward meetings or their equivalent as a means of maximising patient care
Accept referrals for any person who desires our assistance and, when appropriate, refer people to other care-givers within the hospital or in the wider community
To work with sensitivity to a multi-faith environment, engaging people where necessary
About you
To be considered suitable for these roles:
Hold an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in a Human Services related field such as: Counselling/Psychology/Social Work/Interfaith/Chaplaincy/Coaching
Demonstrated experience facilitating small-medium size groups in areas such as: Meditation/Mindfulness sessions, debriefs, and staff well-being support activities.
Experience providing Pastoral Care and Spiritual support in clinical or equivalent environments
Demonstrated ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team
Have a grounded spirituality based on a regular practice
Engaged in a spiritual/faith/contemplative practice community
Ability to build rapport, trust, empathy, and foster strong relationships
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Respect and sensitivity to persons of various religious, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, life philosophies and faith traditions
Flexibility to work in various wards, and locations (South Brisbane, Redland, and Springfield)
Commitment to ongoing professional development and supervision and have a growth mindset
Unrestricted Driver's License
Completion of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)



qualification an advantage but not mandatory
Competent technology and computer skills – Outlook, MS Teams, MS Word, Excel
Materis 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 inhealthcare,education, fundraising & philanthropyandresearch— and it's our people who make the difference.
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.
Increase your take-home pay
with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
Grow your career
with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
Wellbeing support
through our Employee Assistance Program and in office pastoral care teams
Access a range of health and wellbeing services
with a corporate discount on private health insurance
Exclusive discounts
across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
Stay active
with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
Convenient, discounted on-site parking
Enjoy great food
with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team
Be part of something bigger.Make your move with Mater.
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Applications close Sunday the 30th of August ****
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.Visit ourReconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
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📌 Pastoral Care Practitioner (Brisbane)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Brisbane