The Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health service (MCH) program is a new program aimed at improving outcomes for Aboriginal Women and their families.

The role of the Nurse is to identify problems and support Aboriginal women during pregnancy and early in the child’s development, offer general advice and pursue opportunities for health promotion and prevention.

The Nurse also needs to provide effective intervention for vulnerable and at-risk mothers. The Nurse in the (MCH) program should establish good relationships with the other service providers of care for families, particularly midwifery services during the antenatal period.

• Nurses Award 2010
• Part Time, 24hrs p/w Fixed Term (12 months)
• $65.79 per hour plus 9.5% Superannuation
• Access to Salary Packaging

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated Maternal Child Health experience – 2 years minimum.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues pertaining to Aboriginal Maternal & Child health Care.
• Experience working in partnership with vulnerable families and knowledge of the social determinants of Aboriginal health.
• Willingness to take cultural advice from Aboriginal community members, Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHP's) and other indigenous community outreach team members.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, demonstrating efficient time management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computers and data collection programs.
• Commitment to undertake professional development and complete training requirements to work within the MCH Program.
• Demonstrated advanced written and verbal communication skills.

For more information about the position, please refer to the position description or contact the Human Resource Team on 03 5442 4947.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.