Maternal and Child Health Nurse

• Work with a dynamic, experienced and supportive MCH team
• Located at any Maternal and Child Health centres within the City of Darebin
• Salary Year 1-5 according to level of experience
• Generous Salary pay range $79-$87.40/hour, Year 1-5
• Additional support provided to graduate MCH nurse
• Work within a diverse Darebin community

We're building Darebin's future - and we're looking for great people to join us.

About the role:
This Maternal and Child Health casual reliever role provides the opportunity to fully participate in all areas within the Darebin MCH service. This includes KAS assessments, facilitation of New Parent Groups, deliver the Sleep & Settling model of care, INFANT program and cofacilitation of early years groups. The opportunity to work alongside our experienced Enhanced MCH team and Lactation Consultants. Graduate MCH applicants will receive additional support.

You will require:
• Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse and Midwife.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Child Family and Community Health-Maternal Child Health Nursing.
• CPR and First Aid Level 1 and ability to kneel to provided adult CPR if required
• Current Victorian driver’s licence and vehicle
• Current Working with Children’s Card

About you:
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with both clients and colleagues.
• Can work collaboratively with other services as required.
• Professional note taking and documentation standards.
• Can work independently and autonomously.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and current MCH software program CDIS. Will need to undertake MACHA training.
• Availability to work for a minimum of 2 days per week

Why Darebin?
Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:
• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.

Applications close on Friday 19th September 2026 at 5pm

Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Stacey Fleming, MCH Leader. If you have any queries, please contact Stacey by email ••••@darebin.vic.gov.au or by phone 04•• ••• 243.

Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.

Pre-employment Checks
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and will need to complete a Functional Health Assessment.