As the peak body for consumers, HCQ are leaders in contemporary approaches to consumer engagement and participation. HCQ builds consumer, staff, and system capacity to co-design an equitable and accessible health system through collaborative, integrated and consumer-centred approaches.

About You

• An understanding of person-centred care and the role of consumers in the planning, design, delivery and evaluation of health services in Queensland and a good understanding of Australia’s health system.
• Excellent consumer engagement skills.
• Community engagement and/or community development experience is highly desirable.
• The ability to deliver presentations, workshops and training as required.
• The ability to contribute to the development and implementation of consumer and community engagement frameworks and strategies.
• Ability to contribute to research, report preparation, submissions and policy development.

About the Role

This is a full-time SCHADS Level 5.1 role within our Engagement, Advocacy and Policy team. The priority focus for this team is on consumer engagement that influences, leads improvements and delivers better health outcomes for all Queenslanders. This is achieved through our Queensland-wide health consumer network, tailored training and skills development programs, strategic advice, consulting services and by maximising opportunities for consumer representation at all levels of the health system.

HCQ is passionate about supporting our team so we offer the following opportunities:

• work within a supportive team of passionate & dedicated professionals
• Access to salary sacrificing arrangements.
• Training & professional development opportunities
• Diversity and inclusion. We respect who you are and thoroughly embrace diversity.

If you are passionate about making an impact and would like to work with our friendly and professional team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a cover letter. If you would like to chat to someone about the role please call Jo or Bernadette at HCQ on (07) 3012 9090.