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Job Title


Maternal & Child Health Nurse


Company : Strathbogie Shire Council


Location : Euroa, Australia


Created : 2025-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Part Time permanent opportunity 0.6FTE$50.31896 to $52.30828 per hour based on qualifications and experience11.5% SuperannuationAbout Us:The Strathbogie Shire is a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy, and Strathbogie.About the Role:We are seeking Maternal & Child Health Nurses to join our small team to provide the Universal and Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Program to families in the Strathbogie Shire.The successful candidates will have access to a dedicated M&CH car, flexible hours, income protection insurance, clinical supervision program, and educational support.Key Responsibilities:Promotion and delivery of the Department of Education and Training Key Age and Stage Framework, ensuring universal access for all families.Ongoing monitoring and assessment of children to enable identification of children and families who require further assessment, intervention, and support.Implementation of strategies to foster social networks and strengthen community connections among families.Provision of additional support to families where clinically indicated.Our ideal candidate will have:Ability to work as a clinical nurse specialist with minimal supervision.Skills in assessment, case management, and referral.Knowledge of current issues affecting the Maternal and Child Health Service.Understanding of confidentiality and mandatory reporting requirements.Why you will love working at Strathbogie Shire Council:We offer flexibility including negotiated start and finish times, generous leave entitlements such as:3 additional days Family Care Leave annually.3 days paid leave during Christmas closure.Long service leave after five years, transferable across local government.Up to 10 days unpaid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave per year.Up to 20 days paid Family Violence Leave annually.Parental leave includes 16 weeks paid for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers, with options for half pay.We prioritize your health and wellbeing through:Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Income Protection Scheme.Weekly onsite treatment for soft tissue injuries.Access to Local Government Employee Health Plan.We support professional development via:Study support with payroll deductions.Study leave and on-the-job training.Our bonuses include:Annual pay increases aligned with our Enterprise Agreement.17.5% Leave Loading paid out as a Christmas bonus.Recognition awards for years of service.For more information, contact Kate McKernan, Manager - Community & Culture, at 5795 0000.How to Apply:Visit our website www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to view the position description and submit your application. Please ensure your application addresses the key selection criteria.Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity and flexible working arrangements. #J-18808-Ljbffr