- Hourly rate $78.12 -
$83.30 (Includes casual loading) + qualification allowances + 12%
superannuation (pro rata) - Doncaster
location
Make a difference for the children and families of Manningham.
- Do you value contributing to building the future direction and
innovation for Manningham maternal and child health. - Will you thrive with leadership that is encouraging, present, and
collaborative? - Is working in a supportive and friendly team who value positive team
culture what you are searching for? - Then Manningham Maternal and Child Health is the place for you!
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different
services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to
shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham
remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
We provide challenging and rewarding employment
opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive
and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of
benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career
development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best
support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game
changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape
positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity
to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a
culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
About the role
Manningham
MCH service provides a high-quality program supporting the diverse population
of Manningham. Our Maternal and Child
Health nurses are passionate about the work they do with families, creating a
safe, respectful and inclusive environment.
We are
looking for a positive and motivated Maternal and Child Health nurse to join
our team. The primary role is to provide a flexible, universal and family
focused Maternal and Child Health service, maximising the health and
development potential for all children from birth to 6 years old, using a
holistic and family centred approach.
The Universal
MCH service aims to optimise maternal and family wellbeing with a strong focus
on supporting mental health and healthy relationships We focus on prevention
and detection of physical, developmental, emotional, and social factors
affecting young children. Our service
promotes
health and development as well as referring into early intervention when
required.
Manningham is
a multicultural and diverse community and our MCH nurses have a respectful and
inclusive approach towards clients and colleagues.
The service
operates out of 4 multi-nurse centres and deliver a high-quality program
supporting the diverse population of Manningham. We offer flexibility for parents
through some evening sessions. Some availability to work on a rotating evening
roster is preferred.
Skills and experience
- Current registration as both a
registered nurse and midwife on the AHPRA register, with Post graduate
Diploma/Masters Child and Family Health Nursing. - An empathetic and holistic approach
to practice family partnerships. - A demonstrated commitment to
participate in continuous improvement, education, professional
development, to increase knowledge and skills. - Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills - Knowledge
and understanding of family partnerships, child development and behaviour - Driver’s licence valid in Victoria.
Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job
advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies
Applications close on Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:00pm
Don’t meet every requirement for this role?Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likelyto apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise thatdifferent experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experiencedoesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited aboutthis role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.
Councilrecognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.
To ensureequity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applicationsfrom underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.
Manningham Councilhave a number of policiesand practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support variouscommunication methods when working remotely.
If yourequire any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements,please advise the contact listed above in advance.
Manningham Councilis a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold aWorking with Children Check.
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