About the role

The Mater Advocacy and Protection Unit (MAP Unit) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Officer to join the team on a Maximum term 12-month contract working 38 hours per week based at our South Brisbane campus.

Driving statewide improvements in safeguarding vulnerable populations, this pivotal role will lead the development and implementation of a statewide best-practice, trauma-informed model of care for Mater’s integrated Child Protection, Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) including elder abuse, and sexual assault services.

You will be contributing to big picture innovation by establishing a Centre of Excellence model that shapes the future of service delivery for vulnerable populations.  You will be instrumental in developing this model through mapping statewide clinical processes, developing clinical pathways and workflows, and designing integrated data and reporting systems. Working collaboratively across sites, you'll ensure these services align with national safeguarding standards and create safe, responsive environments for those at-risk.

(HP4) Salary range: $64.64 - $69.55 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

This role is responsible for the development of the model of care for Mater’s integrated Child Protection, Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) including elder abuse, and sexual assault services with the goal of establishing of a Centre of Excellence in advocacy, research, and clinical service delivery for these vulnerable populations.  Tasks include to:

• Coordinate, deliver and collaborate in the development and provision of contemporary, integrated and evidence-based service delivery in the areas of Child Protection, DFV, elder abuse, sexual assault and safeguarding.
• Conduct needs assessments, service mapping, and stakeholder consultations to inform the integrated model and safeguarding standards.
• Operationalise statewide policies and procedures regarding responding and reporting abuse concerns through leading the development of processes, referral pathways, and workflows for the integrated service in line with safeguarding requirements.
• Develop clear processes for standardising documentation and storing of records associated with Child Protection and DFV legislative requirements for Health Information Management.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in a range of clinical areas to establish best practices in integrated service delivery.
• Benchmark models of care develop an innovative, contemporary and integrated service delivery in advocacy and protection services.
• Develop and implement a detailed project plan aligned with Mater Health’s strategic priorities
• Track project milestones and risks to ensure timely and effective delivery
• Identify and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders in order to establish strong partnerships that enable achievement of project aims
• Use of high level interpersonal and communications skills to advocate, negotiate, and consult effectively with internal and external key stakeholders to achieve project aims
• Record and report data relevant to project outcomes including reviewing current data collection systems
• Engage in continuous project evaluation and review of performance targets

About you

• Current AHPRA registration as a Health Practitioner OR eligibility for membership with the relevant allied health professional association (as appropriate)
• OR current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse with Midwife Registration
• Experience in provision of services to vulnerable and complex populations including child protection and DFV desirable, but not mandatory
• Demonstrated knowledge in safeguarding standards, principles and practices
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project management, service development, or policy implementation, preferably in health or social services, including service mapping and development of clinical processes and pathways
• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills evidenced through an ability consult effectively with key stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to develop high quality written documents relevant to the role, interpret service data and employ health informatics knowledge to guide clinical systems and processes
• Highly developed organisation skills with the ability to set priorities, manage competing priorities, coordinate activities and monitor and report on the effectiveness of strategies and projects to management
• Ability to lead change through improvement activities in a complex environment

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

For more information regarding the role, please contact Director of Social Work, Psychology and MAP Unit, Jennifer Lancaster 07 3163 6949    

Please include a 1-page cover letter with your application outlining your interest and suitability to the role.

Applications close on Sunday 14th September, 2025.   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.