Team Leader Enhanced Maternal and Child Health

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• Altona location, close to public transport
• Permanent Full Time
• Salary: MCH Yr3 + 10%, circa $130,000 per annum + super + monthly RDO

The opportunity

The Enhanced Maternal and Child Health (EMCH) Program operates as an extension of the Universal MCH Service, providing additional support to selected families.

As Team Leader, you will provide clinical leadership and coordinate the delivery of the EMCH Program in line with Department of Health standards. Acting as a key link with the Universal MCH Service, you will ensure an integrated, responsive and family‑centred approach while building strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies.

What you’ll do

• Lead and manage day‑to‑day operations and key Programs
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and guidance to the EMCH team
• Ensure service delivery meets MCH guidelines and Department of Health standards
• Monitor service quality, performance and compliance requirements
• Oversee data reporting (CDIS) and support service planning
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and service improvements
• Support funding opportunities, projects and budget management
• Step into a caseload during periods of high demand

What you need to succeed

• Current registration as a nurse, midwife, and Maternal and Child Health Nurse with AHPRA
• Demonstrated experience working in the Enhanced MCH Program
• Strong understanding of child and family services, particularly supporting vulnerable families
• Possesses skills or a strong drive to learn in relation to operations management, people leadership and budgeting
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external service providers

To be considered for this role applications should include

• A maximum one page cover letter which should outline your principal motivation for applying, a description of skills and knowledge and how this role would be beneficial to your career development and the potential benefit to Council.
• A current CV which includes key achievements & relevant qualifications

Uncover more about this role in the Position Description attached below, or contact Meghan Ninkovic, Coordinator Community Child Health via ***email_hidden***

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 2nd July 2026.

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we are unable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. We appreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications via Council's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Record Check, a Pre-Employment Medical Check & a Working With Children Check (WWCC). Candidates must also hold a valid Victorian Driver's License.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

What we offer

• Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership, Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, and walking & social clubs.
• Ongoing professional development support - we'll champion your growth, because your career matters to us!
A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working together to create a sustainable, thriving community for generations to come.

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