About Us

People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? 

Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907.

Key Role Accountabilities

1. Align one’s workplace behaviour in accordance with the WMQ Model of Care, the Wesley Charter and Wesley Mission Queensland’s Vision, Mission and Values.
2. To assist in the delivery of nursing care to residents.
3. To observe, monitor, interpret, document and report signs, symptoms and changes in residents’ status.
4. To administer schedule 2, 3 and 4 medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
5. To contribute to the formulation and implementation of care plans.
6. To assist in the orientation of new staff.
7. To undertake procedures within the scope of knowledge and ability.
8. To support and as appropriate direct other members of the nursing and Allied Health team.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirements

1. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive in the course of work.
2. Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy.
3. Current Enrolled Nurse Certificate with the Queensland Nursing Council with endorsement for Medication.
4. Ability to provide high level nursing care within the Endorsed “Enrolled Nurse Scope of Practice”.
5. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including understanding of the requirement for clear, concise, accurate written and verbal communication.
6. Demonstrated understanding of documentation of care given, including the ability to acquire knowledge / understanding of Nursing Care Plans and other care documentation.
7. Understanding of and commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement principles.
8. Understanding of and commitment to Workplace Health and Safety principles.
9. Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.
10. Willingness and ability to work within the Philosophies, Policies and Procedures of Wesley Mission Queensland and the Uniting Church in Australia.
11. NDIS Worker Screening Clearance held before commencing.
12. NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You completed before starting.
13. Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement.

Other Capabilities and Attributes that Drive Success in the Role

All Wesley Mission Queensland employees are expected to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to organisational vision, mission, and values. The incumbent of this position will be expected to:

1. Role model interpersonal, professional and leadership behaviours consistent with the WMQ core values of integrity respect, empowerment, hope, justice, compassion, and innovation.
2. Actively participate in WMQ performance development processes to meet organisational requirements and own career aspirations.
3. Act in a responsible way that creates an environment where it is safe for all team members to contribute ideas, make suggestions and report any activities, behaviours or conduct that does not align with the
4. Leaders are to align their personal leadership style, behaviours and ethical standards with the Wesley Charter and Wesley Mission Queensland’s Vision, Mission and Values.
5. Leaders are responsible for creating an environment where staff will feel safe to contribute ideas, make suggestions and report any activities, behaviours or conduct that does not align with the WMQ values.

Why WMQ?

We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story.

We offer our team members:

Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace!

Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay

Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage

Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.