The Role:
In this role you will provide a flexible, targeted Enhanced Maternal and Child Health (EMCH) service which maximises the health potential of identified children from birth to 6 years of age and their families, in particular where risk factors are known and families have high needs.
What does the role entail?
* Providing additional in-home support to families experiencing early parenting difficulties through family-focused and collaborative wrap-around care models.
* Providing high quality evidence-based practice with a focus on strengthening parenting capacity, improve family functioning and focus on the health and wellbeing of vulnerable children and their families.
* Empowering families to make optimal decisions related to their children's health and development through working with the protective primary carer.
* Health promotion through evidence-based education and information relating to all aspects of parenting including breast feeding, early learning, nutrition and immunisation.
* Early identification and intervention, improve linkages with other early childhood support systems including maternity services, family support, supported playgroup and early intervention services.
* Facilitating system processes related to intake, assessment, allocation and transfer of care for families on discharge to universal platforms where appropriate.
About you:
The successful applicant will have:
* Division 1 Registered Nurse (AHPRA)
* Registered Midwife (AHPRA)
* Graduate Diploma, (or Masters) in Maternal and Child Health, Family and Child Health, or equivalent qualification to meet MCH employment requirement in Victoria.
* Previous experience as an Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Nurse.
* Current Victorian driver's licence.
* Working with Children Check
The two days of work are flexible with a preference of Wednesday as one.
How we support you:
As part of working with the City of Ballarat, you will have access to a range of supports. This includes wellbeing supports such as EAP, clinical supervision, physiotherapy and an immunisation program.
We pride ourselves on offering an extremely supportive new staff orientation program ensuring you feel equipped in your role.
You will have opportunities to network and build your professional identity and knowledge through meetings and training opportunities.
You will work for an organisation that is forward-thinking and who values the contributions and impact you make every day in your work.
How to apply:
To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 31 October 2025.
To apply for this position, please provide a current resume and cover letter addressing the to the key selection criteria, which can be found in the position description on the City of Ballarat careers page.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.
Contact:
For further information on this position, please contact Rebecca Karslake, Manager Community Child Health on or
At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at
We're proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.