About the role
Our team of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nurses promote optimal child health in children under 6 years of age through developmental assessment, monitoring health, and providing an advisory, supportive, and educative primary health service to their families and caregivers.

This may be an ideal opportunity for Maternal Child Health students who are about to graduate as the City offers an excellent graduate programme.

Employment Type:

• 1 x Permanent Part Time (0.6 – 0.8FTE)
• 1 x Temporary Part Time (0.7FTE) through to April 2026
• 1 x Temporary Part Time (0.6FTE) through to April 2026

Classification: MCHN Year 1 – 4 ($57.32 - $62.54 p/h) plus super & allowances

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a maternal and child health service delivered within the service program guidelines and standards.
• Commitment to the provision of a quality service and continuous improvement.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills.
• Meet all requirements in respect to service agreements and relevant legislation.
• Contribute to the overall development of the service by displaying team work.
• Ensure that work practices reflect the organisational values and expected behaviours.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse Division One and Midwife with a post-graduate qualification in Child and Family Health nursing (minimum of Graduate Diploma if qualified in 1999 or later).
• If qualified outside Victoria, completion, or willingness to complete, additional training to be eligible to practice in Victoria as a Maternal and Child Health Nurse.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver the Victorian Maternal & Child Health program to a diverse range of families.
• Well-developed communication skills including interpersonal and written skills.
• General computer literacy – specific knowledge of CDIS MCH system or willingness to learn.
• COVID-19 vaccination is required under the current state government orders.
• Candidates who are yet to graduate, will be required to provide a letter from their University, stating they have completed the requirements of the course prior to commencement.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a Pre Employment Medical as part of the recruitment process.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!

Child Safety Responsibilities 
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries
Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquires: Kylie Mellington – Acting Coordinator Community Child Health | 5272 5372 | KMellington@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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