Job no: 499794 Work type: Permanent Part Time Classification: MCH Nurse ($113,257 - $123.590 pa) Categories: Child & Family Services 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. Employment Type: 1 x Permanent Part Time (0.6 FTE) 1 x Temporary (12 month) Part Time (0.7FTE) 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 | geelongcity.vic.gov.au Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch. We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared. LI - Onsite Advertised: 20 May 2025 3:30 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 03 Jun 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time