Maternal & Child Health Nurse at City of Moonee Valley

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

63.5

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Midwife, Child Health Assessment, Family-Centred Practice, Victorian MCH Frameworks, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Vulnerable Families Support, Early Intervention, Referral, Child Safe Standards, Mandatory Reporting, Family Violence Frameworks, Clinical Documentation, Multidisciplinary Teams, Evidence-Based Practice

Industry

Description

Req 11103 – Permanent/temporary and casual roles Maternal & Child Health Nurse Reference number: 11103 Closing date: 11pm, 13 April 2026 * Join a passionate, high-performing Maternal & Child Health team * Make a meaningful impact on children and families from birth to 6 years * Flexible, supportive workplace with strong professional development focus * Salary commencing at $63.50 per hour plus 12% super (commensurate with experience) The Opportunity We are seeking dedicated and skilled Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nurses to join our team with permanent 0.8 FTE, temporary 0.8 FTE and casual positions available from June 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to support families during the early parenting journey and promote strong health and wellbeing outcomes for children and their families in Moonee Valley. In this role, you will deliver a comprehensive, evidence‑based MCH service across a variety of settings, including home visits, centre‑based consultations, outreach, and group programs. You will play a vital role in supporting children’s health and development, including early identification, and referral to support services when required, ensuring children and families have the chance to thrive. At Moonee Valley City Council, we are proud to provide an environment where MCH Nurses can grow their careers, one that reflects our values: Be Open in the way we engage with families and colleagues, Know Your Impact through evidence‑informed practice, and Make it Count by delivering meaningful, high‑quality care in every interaction. You’ll also enjoy variety and flexibility, working across multiple centres within the municipality to meet community needs. Key Responsibilities * Deliver high-quality MCH services aligned with Victorian frameworks and guidelines * Conduct Key Ages & Stages assessments to monitor child growth, development, and wellbeing * Provide holistic support to families, including maternal health, parenting, and early childhood development * Promote breastfeeding, immunisation, and evidence-based health practices * Build strong, respectful partnerships with families from diverse cultural backgrounds * Identify and respond to developmental, emotional, or social concerns through early intervention and referral * Collaborate with a wide network of professionals and community services * Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service improvement initiatives Why Join Us? * Purpose driven work, directly influence the health and wellbeing of young children and families * Supportive team culture, collaborate with experienced, passionate professionals * Professional growth – ongoing training, clinical supervision, and development opportunities * Diverse community engagement. Work with families from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds Skills & Experience * Current registration as a Registered Nurse and Midwife (AHPRA) * Postgraduate qualification in Child, Family & Community Health (or equivalent) * Demonstrated experience in child health assessment (0–6 years) and family-centred practice * Strong understanding of Victorian MCH frameworks. * Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills * Experience working with vulnerable families and making appropriate referrals * Knowledge of Child Safe Standards, mandatory reporting, and family violence frameworks * Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams * Competency with clinical documentation systems Ready to Apply? If you’re passionate about family health and wellbeing and want to make a lasting difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application via our online system and ensure it aligns with the application guidelines. Please specify which role you are applying for in your application (for example, casual, temporary or permanent positions). For further information or a confidential discussion, please view the Position Description [https://mooneevalley-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/kreese1_mvcc_vic_gov_au/IQAgQ6s_hHsxTrcs4Kqxv4JaAUsFWfb6h3vkHwOitaE9CM4?e=b20h9M] or contact Wendy Jones (MCH Clinical Services Team Leader) on 0413 835 156 or Jennifer Fyffe (MCH Clinical Services Team Leader) on 0447 453 960.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering comprehensive, evidence-based Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services across various settings, including home visits and group programs, to support children's health and development from birth to six years. Key duties include conducting assessments, providing holistic family support, promoting health practices like breastfeeding and immunization, and making necessary referrals.