About the role
The Mater Advocacy and Protection Unit (MAP Unit) is currently seeking applications from highly experienced social workers for this Team Leader position based at our South Brisbane Campus in a permanent full-time capacity.
The Mater Advocacy and Protection Unit (MAP Unit) provides integrated and specialised education, training, advice and clinical consultation to Mater employees statewide who are engaged with consumers experiencing or at-risk of experiencing violence, abuse and neglect across the lifespan. This includes concerns related to Child Protection, Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) including Elder Abuse, and Sexual Assault. The Unit further has a consultancy role in relation to Safeguarding practices and contributes to the development and refinement of safeguarding policies, procedures, and educational materials.
Salary range: $73.12 - $76.30 per hour 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
- Operational leadership to the multidisciplinary staff within the unit including the Child Protection Liaison Officers and DFV workforce,
- Advanced and expert clinical practice, consultation, care coordination and supervision to the MAP Unit team, Mater staff, and external stakeholders responsible for the delivery of Child Protection, DFV, and Sexual Assault services,
- High level strategic advice and authoritative counsel to Mater staff and Leadership regarding current and future service provision across Mater’s public and private facilities statewide in the areas of violence, abuse and neglect.
- The provision of direct clinical advocacy and consultation services to staff, stakeholders and consumers on complex presentations within the Mater health context,
- The development and delivery of a range of multimodal contemporary training and education,
- Monitoring and management of data, policies, procedures and risk processes related to vulnerable populations to ensure compliance in related areas,
- Strategic partnerships and collaborations with consumers, communities and sector partners,
- A research and evaluative framework that ensures continuous improvement and innovative practice.
About you
- Current degree in Social Work that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Knowledge and/or work experience in the area of vulnerable and at-risk populations is essential, in particular Child Protection and/or Domestic and Family Violence. Healthcare knowledge and/or experience is desirable but not essential.
- Advanced clinical expertise with specialist knowledge in Child Protection, DFV and Sexual Assault, including assessment of complex psychosocial needs, application of differential assessment methods to identify clinical risk, high level advocacy skills and utilisation of relevant resources, legislation and policy.
- Advanced knowledge of the relevant resources, legislation and policy in relation to Child Protection, DFV and Sexual Assault and their impact on safeguarding within the organisational context.
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
Please include a 1-page cover letter with your application outlining your interest and suitability to the role.
Applications close on Monday 28th July. Please note, we may contact applications 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.
