Coordinator Maternal and Child Health Services

Coordinator Maternal and Child Health Services

Permanent Full Time opportunity

Registered Nurse Year 2 plus 10% ($2,465.68 per week), plus applicable allowances, RDO and super 

Are you looking to make a positive difference in family’s lives and lead a dedicated team of MCH nurses?  We are seeking an experienced leader to coordinate the delivery of the City of Yarra’s MCH service.

The Coordinator Maternal and Child Health Services provides strategic leadership and oversees all aspects of MCH operations, with a particular focus on service collaboration and integration, and a team culture that promotes excellence and best practice. You will provide strong leadership to the MCH team, supporting and promoting positive culture, driving innovation and continuous improvement across the service. 

You are a highly experienced, qualified and caring MCH Nurse, with operational management of services and staff. Your background includes developing inclusive strategies, policies and programming to enhance outcomes and provide positive access for children and families, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, vulnerable families and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.  You have advanced understanding of the principles of integrated and innovative practice, along with sound budgeting, planning, communication and operational and leadership skills.

For further information see the Position Description below or contact Melissa Eastwood, Coordinator Family Services via  Melissa.Eastwood@yarracity.vic.gov.au

702481 - Maternal and Child Health Coordinator - Position Description April 2022.pdf

Applications close on Sunday 22 May. 

Please note: In your application, the selection panel will assess your CV against the technical skills, abilities, and qualifications of the Position Description as well as your separate responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medical Assessment, proof of COVID-19 triple Vaccination and a Psychometric Assessment prior to commencement. The successful candidate also must hold a current Victorian driver’s license. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.