- Permanent Ongoing position!
- $125,330 (pro-rata) plus 5% allowance & 11.5% Superannuation and Uniform/Laundry/Qualification allowances
To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following:
- Registered Nurse (Div 1)
- Registered Midwife
- Completed post grad Diploma in Child, Family & Community Nursing
We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.
At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation of 1800+ team members positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
Together we Make the Difference #teammelbourne
How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne
Join a team that places families and community at the heart of everything we do!
At the City of Melbourne, our Family Services team is dedicated to improving access to high-quality support for families with dependent children. We take a multidisciplinary, family-centred approach to strengthen family functioning and child wellbeing across our diverse community.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Nurse (EMCH) to join our Family Health program within the Community Wellbeing branch. This vital role supports families across the municipality with children aged 0–6 years, particularly those experiencing parenting challenges or vulnerabilities.
About the Role
As an Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Nurse, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, family-centred health care in collaboration with a team of nurses and family support professionals.
- Support families experiencing parenting difficulties to build confidence, competence, and resilience.
- Promote child health, safety, and wellbeing by addressing risk factors and improving overall family functioning.
- Provide culturally responsive services to families from diverse linguistic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds in line with Department of Education and Training standards.
- Work closely with vulnerable families, including those with children or parents who have special needs or disabilities.
- Conduct health and developmental assessments aligned with the Maternal and Child Health key age and stage framework.
- Advocate for children and families by connecting them with appropriate services and supports.
- Support immunisation initiatives through education and/or the delivery of vaccines during consultations and home visits.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation using The Child Development and Information System (CDIS).
- Contribute to service evaluation, research, and continuous improvement to meet the evolving needs of our community.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive nurse with:
- Strong understanding of child development, maternal health, and family dynamics.
- Experience working with vulnerable populations and complex family situations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with families.
- A commitment to best practice, continuous learning, and collaborative team work.
Why Join Us?
The Community and City Services division is committed to making Melbourne a liveable, healthy, and inclusive city for all. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, and to grow your career within a supportive and progressive team.
Selection Criteria (What you will bring..)
All City of Melbourne employees will demonstrate an ability to articulate and demonstrate benefits of positive culture and City of Melbourne’s iCare values – Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
In addition, you will bring….
- Maternal and Child Health qualification, current practising certificate and appropriate experience in the field of Maternal and Child Health or Enhanced Maternal and Child Health.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills related to the identification, assessment and intervention needs of high risk families, including knowledge of the needs of a low socio-economic and culturally and linguistically diverse community.
- Specialised knowledge of women’s health, infant nutrition, child health, mental health, child development and behaviour, crisis intervention and family violence.
- The ability to develop parenting and health education programs.
- Excellent skills in documentation of casework and accurate compilation of statistical data.
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, including basic counselling skills; the capacity to relate effectively with families from a wide range of backgrounds within the community; and the ability to deal with crisis situations and negotiate to resolve problems.
By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
What we can offer you...
- Career / Self-Development Programs
- Paid Volunteer Leave
- Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits
- MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more.
How to apply
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a covering letter responding to the selection criteria (no more than one page)
Please address your covering letter to Tara Boyle - (Acting) Coordinator Family Health, Community Wellbeing
Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm, Sunday June 15, 2025
For any other queries about the role please contact: careers@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Some positions will require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check. All employees will be subject to a safety screening process including a police check.
City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
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