Maternal & Chid Health Nurse – Healthy 4 Life (Aboriginal Identified)

Note: This is an Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977 About us

Location: Wellington NSW

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual, family, and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.

Our main services are in Wellington, Dubbo, Western Sydney, Penrith, Nepean, and Blue Mountains, and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.

About the Role:

Child Health Nurse provides direct patient contact and clinical support in the area of Maternal and Child Health. The role covers all areas of maternal and child health including immunisations, development and maternal screening, and advice on parenting, settling and behavioural management.

This position is integral to the health promotional activities of the program and quality improvement aimed at improving Indigenous health in the communities we serve.

The Maternal and Child Health Nurse reports directly to the Team Leader for the Healthy for Life Program.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered nurse EEN or AHP (with immunization Qualification or willing to obtain)

• Certified midwife or willing to obtain certificate in Midwifery

• Have a passion for Child and Family Health

• Accredited Child and Family Health Certificate

• Immunization accreditation or willingness to obtain

• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Primary health care

• Knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact on Aboriginal people and Aboriginal communities

• Working with Children and Criminal Record check clearances and a current NSW Drivers Licence.

• A Certificate of Aboriginality

Desirable Criteria:

• Minimum 12 months experience in Child and Family health

• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

• Computer literate

Benefits:

• A competitive salary

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging

• Becoming an integral part of an enthusiastic and diligent NFP Organisation

For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us at hr@wachs.net.au.