Maternal and Child Health

$123,733 - $125,898 + qualification and other allowances, pro rata (plus
super)

Temporary Full Time (2 years) or Temporary Part Time (4 days per
week)

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

We are
seeking a passionate and experienced Maternal and Child Health (MCH) nurse to
join our team as a Clinical Educator and Quality Improvement Nurse. This
dynamic role is responsible for leading clinical education initiatives,
supporting professional development, and driving quality improvement across our
MCH services.

Key
Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and
  evaluate clinical education programs for MCH nurses.
• Provide mentorship and support to new and existing staff, fostering
  a culture of continuous learning.
• Lead quality improvement projects to enhance service delivery and
  client outcomes.
• Monitor clinical practice standards and support compliance with
  relevant guidelines and legislation.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote best
  practice in MCH.
• Contribute to policy development, audit processes, and service
  planning.

About You

You are a dedicated and knowledgeable MCH Nurse with a strong background in
clinical education and quality improvement. You bring excellent communication
skills, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to delivering high-quality
care to families.

Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse and
  Midwife with current AHPRA registration.
• Accredited Maternal and Child Health Nurse qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education and/or quality
  improvement.
• Strong understanding of MCH frameworks, policies, and
  evidence-based practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organisational skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Postgraduate
  qualifications in education, public health, or quality improvement.
• Experience in project management or service development.

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

The successful candidate will be asked to
produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent
to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal
history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note
that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying
for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

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
• Flexible
  working options supported including hybrid work
• Professional
  growth and development through innovative service delivery for our richly
  diverse community
• Provision
  of both internal and external support via reflective practice
• Access
  to learning and development programs including study assistance
• Reward
  and recognition programs
• Health
  initiatives
• Access
  to our support and wellbeing programs.

For more information about our benefits, please visit our
careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for
all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from
everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander
background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age,
ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace
adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff
member.

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

To
apply for this position please complete the online application form including:

·
A
brief cover letter

·
Your
resume

·
Response
to key selection criteria

You
will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application
process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference
checks

Position Description: Maternal and Child Health – Clinical Educator and Quality Improvement Nurse – 446.1 KB

Applications close:5pm, Monday, 20 October 2025

Further information:Cathie Arndt,