At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and deliver education programs for midwifery at Colac Area Health.
- Company: Join a values-driven health service in beautiful Colac, near the Surf Coast.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, salary packaging, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are celebrated; all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while advancing your career in a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse/Midwife with strong clinical and teaching skills.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Classification - Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028: RN35 Educator (Major)
About Us
Situated just 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, at the foot of the stunning Otway Ranges, close to Lorne and the Surf Coast, Colac Area Health services 21,000 people who call the Shire home. Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surf Coast Shires. A unique integrated health service providing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical services to the Colac and district community.
- Nursing/Midwifery
- Aged Care
- Medical
- Community Services
- Corporate Services
- Support Services
About the role
Clinical Maternity Educator
Permanent Part Time - 16 hours per fortnight
Colac Area Health is a values-based organisation providing a unique integrated health service comprising of over 500 employees, providing Acute Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health Services.
The role is a "hands on" position which involves developing, coordinating and delivering education programs to ensure that Colac Area Health (CAH) has appropriate, professional education across the organisation. The Clinical Maternity Educator is responsible for working with the Workforce Training and Development team to meet its strategic goals.
What's required?
- Registered Nurse/ Midwife with AHPRA
- Demonstrated clinical excellence and extensive consolidation in the clinical setting
- Recent clinical experience
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- High level of organisational skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to lead change
- Collaborative and team skills
- Established writing and computer skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and competency-based assessment
- Understanding and adherence to Colac Area Health Equal Employment Opportunity
- Post Graduate Qualification in the specialty area of practice
- Working with learners in the clinical setting
- Experience and confidence in public speaking
- Certified Assessor for Neonatal Resuscitation
- Recent experience facilitating PROMPT education sessions
Benefits working with us
- Extensive organisational orientation/department induction
- Salary Sacrificing/Packaging
- Active Social Club
- Extensive professional development and continuing education
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to on-site research support from the CAH Research Unit and the Western Alliance Academic Health Science Centre
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. This role requires you to provide evidence of the current influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Phoebe Fogarty
Email: ********@cah.vic.gov.au
Phone: (03) 5232 5***
Application closing date: Friday 28 August 2026
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