MCH Specialised Programs Team Leader

Job no: 495869
Categories: Government and Defence, Healthcare and Medical
 

• Part Time position 9 days a fortnight
• $141,799 + Qualification allowance + Superannuation (pro rata) 
• Join a high functioning dynamic Maternal and Child Health leadership team at Monash council
• Applications close 1 March 2026

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The MCH and Immunisation team is part of the Child, Youth and Family department within Community Services division.

About the Position

The Maternal Child Health Specialised Programs Team Leader will provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight to a high-functioning team, ensuring service excellence and best practice standards. This role is responsible for supporting the coordination, partnerships, planning, development and management of Enhanced Maternal and Child Health, Sleep and Settling, Outreach, Breastfeeding services, MCH University students and graduates, within the City of Monash. The Specialised Programs Team Leader provides leadership to these teams to ensure they fulfil the Maternal and Child Health Program Guidelines and Standards and City of Monash's policies and procedures and all legal obligations. The team leader will drive positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families in the City of Monash through strong organisation, collaboration, and a commitment to quality, safe, and responsive care that meet State and Local Government objectives and targets. This position forms part of the Monash Maternal and Child Health Leadership team as is required to deputise for the Coordinator of MCH and Immunisation and/or Universal Team Leader.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Registered Nurse (Div1) and Registered Midwife with AHPRA with additional post graduate qualifications in Maternal and Child Health Nursing
• Demonstrated experience in leadership setting in MCH, Nursing or midwifery
• Demonstrated experience in MCH integrated programs including Enhanced and Sleep and Settling highly desirable
• Nurse Immunisation qualifications and experience highly desirable
• Current Victorian driver's license and use of own car
• Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and phone system, including Child Development Information System (CDIS) software, Microsoft Word and Excel, internet, Outlook email program and CISCO phones

Requirements

• Employee Working with Children’s Check
• Satisfactory National Police Check

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter. Applications close 1 March 2026 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or have any enquiries, please contact MCH and Immunisation Coordinator, Alex Davey on 0481 903 309 or at [email protected]

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

Position Description

Advertised: 18 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time