Maternal and Child Health Nurse

• 12 Month Maximum Term Position
• Part Time, 30.4 Hours per fortnight (0.4FTE)
• Salary $102.1K to $110.4K (Year 1- 4) + Super

Mitchell Shire Council is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities on Melbourne's northern growth corridor. Located in the heart of Victoria, Mitchell Shire forms part of the Goulburn River Valley Region, renowned for it’s scenic beauty rich in both history and heritage, within a leisurely drive from the city. We're an easy commute from Melbourne and offer great affordable living for those considering a lifestyle change. 

Mitchell Shire provides a supportive workplace with a real opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. The Council also offers ongoing professional development opportunities and workplace flexibility within a supportive and innovative work environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring a responsive and flexible Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services, which maximizes the health and well being, learning, development and safety outcomes for all children from birth to 6 years of age and their families living in Mitchell Shire

To be successful in this role you will have Current registration with the AHPRA Nursing and Midwifery Board as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife and hold recognised qualifications in Maternal and Child Health Nursing.

• A good working knowledge of MCH programs and an understanding of current practices and the policy environment.
• The ability to develop, build and maintain relationships with a of range internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently and to provide advice on a broad range of issues relating to MCH and Immunisation services.

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. 

Applications close 9am Monday 13 June 2022.   

Local Government COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence that they meet the Chief Health Officer Mandatory vaccination requirements before commencing work with Council.

 Mitchell Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation

The successful applicant will be required to obtain an employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.