Maternal and Child Health Team Leader X 2

**Work type**
- Permanent Full Time

**Location**
- Dandenong

**Department**
- Community Strengthening

**MCH Nurse $127,163 - $135,110 + qualification allowance per annum (plus super)**

**Permanent Full Time (2 positions)**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

**About the role**
- If you are currently in a Team Leader role and seeking a new challenge, then this could be the place for you._

Are you seeking an opportunity to influence and guide practice to best support a diverse and complex community?

The City of Greater Dandenong have an opportunity for innovative and dynamic Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nurse to join our Leadership Team.

The City of Greater Dandenong is centrally located in South East Victoria, providing a range of Maternal and Child Health services to a community that is diverse in both culture and lived experience. We have a strong Early Years Program that fosters support and integration across services and are working towards increased flexibility within the service through both consultation hours and program expansion.

**About you**

To be successful in this role, we are seeking a successful applicant that demonstrates:

- High level communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on staff support.
- Attention to detail to maintain and expand client accessible service delivery.
- An innovative approach to partnerships.
- A knowledge of working with diverse communities.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
- Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children _with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm._

**To apply**

The final round selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks.

**Applications close**: 5pm, Sunday, 25 May 2025

**Further information**: Cathie Arndt, 8571 1809