Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation Coordinator

Lead the Way in Supporting Families and Children in Banyule!

Are you a passionate and experienced leader in Maternal and Child Health? Join us as our Maternal and Child Health and Immunisation Coordinator and make a real difference in the lives of children and families across the Banyule community.

Why you'll love this role

You will be working with a professional and high functioning team with support from a strong leadership team. The team has good relationships and reputation with key funding bodies, and we deliver innovative practises that support community health and wellbeing.

In this vital role, you will:

• Lead and manage the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed Maternal and Child Health (MCH), Immunisation and Supported Playgroup services.
• Work within Family and Community Services Department to ensure services are accessible, responsive, and tailored to the diverse needs of our community.
• Lead, manage and coach staff to practice Banyule values in their daily work with families, children and their professional colleagues.
• Promote positive health and well-being outcomes for families, empowering them to thrive.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Work in partnership with key agencies including Berry St, Child Protection and the Department of Health.
• Oversee operational planning, compliance, and workforce development to foster excellence and sustainability in MCH services.

What you'll bring/what we are looking for

• Graduate Diploma or Masters in Maternal and Child Health, and registration both as Division 1 Nurse and midwife
• Considerable experience in the field of Community Health provision
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the delivery of Maternal and Child Health and other community support services (e.g. Immunisation) in a community setting together with implementation of continuous improvement principles.
• Proven skills and experience in leading and coordinating staff to bring out the best in a team
• Demonstrated knowledge and capacity to identify potential risk issues relating to the delivery of an early years’ service in a community setting, including legal responsibilities under a clinical governance framework.
• AHPRA registration
• Current CPR / First Aid certification

Pre-employment requirements

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Pre-employment medical
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) (Previously known as a police checks)
• Working With Children Check
• Psychometric Assessment
• Provide evidence of qualifications

We offer:

• A leadership role with real community impact
• Permanent, full-time position
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Salary $139,263.67 per annum plus super (plus qualification allowance)
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives
• Flexible work and leave arrangement, hybrid work arrangements #Li Hybrid

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and take the next step in your career as our Maternal and Child Health Nurse and Immunisation Coordinator

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria from the position description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Roberta Colosimo on (03) 9457 9928

Applications close: 16 February 2025 at 11:45 PM.

Why choose Banyule?

At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team, lead and support preparedness response and recovery of emergency management activities and contribute to the success of an organisation that values its people.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.