Pastoral Care Practitioner

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Mackay is currently seeking a Pastoral Care Practitioner to join our team on a casual basis, supporting leave coverage.

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

Salary range: Pay will be commensurate to qualifications, plus Casual Loading plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

You will be responsible for:

• Provide flexible leave support across weekdays
• Support patients, families, and staff with compassionate emotional and spiritual care
• Be a calm, empathetic presence in moments that matter most
• Provide inclusive, faith-aware support that respects all beliefs
• Bring Mater’s Mission and Values to life through meaningful events and rituals
• Work alongside clinical teams to deliver truly holistic care, prioritising patient wellbeing 
• Help coordinate memorial services with dignity and care
• Commit to your own growth through supervision and ongoing learning
• Contribute to wider Mission initiatives

About you

•  Experienced in providing Pastoral Care, counselling, psychology, studies in theology or a related field
• Committed to ongoing learning and professional growth
• A collaborative team player who thrives in multidisciplinary environments
• Skilled at building trust, rapport, and meaningful connections
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Culturally aware, with a respectful and inclusive approach to diverse beliefs and backgrounds
• Comfortable using digital system and technology

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
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance, on-site pastoral support and an Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation
• Stay active with access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Join Queensland’s largest and most innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

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

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 is committed to the wellbeing of their staff. 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.

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