Are looking for an Education and Resource Officer to join the team! This maximum-term (until June 2025), full-time role will be based at our South Brisbane campus.
Mater Research is a recognised leader in medical research. Our bench to bedside philosophy sees us working across Mater Health’s hospitals and health services, The University of Queensland, and the world-class Translational Research Institute (TRI).
We are committed to working closely with Mater Health, Mater Education and our growing network of partners and collaborators to turn scientific discovery into the best possible treatment, care, and outcomes for patients and our broader community.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and +
What you’ll be doing
You will apply critical skills to identify content areas for general health and mental health which focuses on education of the workforce and the production of online education for health and support workers who work with people with intellectual disability and people on the autism spectrum.
1. Lead the development of engaging and effective resources for people with intellectual disability and those on the autism spectrum about receiving health care and health resources that are accessible.
2. Apply co-design principles and ways of working to ensure meaningful input from people with intellectual disability and those on the autism spectrum.
3. Assist with building an active social media presence for the Queensland Centre of Excellence in Autism and Intellectual Disability Health.
4. Work collaboratively with stakeholders including clinicians, consumers, and carers to produce translational outputs.
5. Contribute to a positive workplace culture promoting a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to driving innovation.
6. Attend relevant training programs and mandatory educational programs, workshops, conference and promotional functions.
About you
You will have relevant qualifications with subsequent relevant experience in developing education for health staff and resources for people with lived experience of intellectual disability and autism.
7. Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives in the disability and/or health sector.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
9. Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to produce written materials in different styles and formats appropriate to the audience.
10. Well-developed verbal communication skills.
11. Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
12. Demonstrated high level organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work demands meet deadlines and balance competing tasks with excellent attention to detail.
13. Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications and videoconferencing platforms.
14. Commitment to the Promotion of the Philosophy and Mission of the Mater Group and goals of the Mater Research Institute. To be thoughtful, considerate and function as a positive role model for others.
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Why join us?
is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
15. Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
16. Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
17. Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
18. Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
19. Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
20. Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
21. Access to on-site, discounted parking
22. Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues
For further information please contact Katie Brooker, Research Officer, on 07 31631983
Applications close Sunday 10 November 2024. 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.
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