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? 

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 a pastoral care practitioner 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. 

A permanent, full-time position is available to join Mater’s Pastoral Care Team. This position will predominantly be based and required to work from our Redland & Springfield campuses, and occasionally from the South Brisbane campus, depending on operational requirements. This position requires you to participate in an on-call schedule for weekends and public holidays.

Salary range: $39.86 - $60.43 per hour (HP3) plus 12% 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-medium size groups in areas such as: Meditation/Mindfulness sessions, debriefs, and staff well-being support activities 
• Pray with and for patients/families when appropriate or requested
• 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 
• Minimum 5 - 10 years’ experience providing Pastoral Care and Spiritual support in clinical or equivalent environments
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision 
• 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
• 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 mainly Springfield and Redlands, and sometimes at South Brisbane
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and supervision and have a growth mindset
• Unrestricted Driver's License  
• Completion of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) qualification is an advantage but not mandatory
• Competent technology and computer skills – Outlook, MS Teams, MS Word, Excel 

Why join us?

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.

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 on-site 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. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Monday the 11^th of August 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.