Lactation Consultant Liaison Midwife LCLM
Lactation Consultant Liaison Midwife LCLM
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Job Description
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and newborns.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- $45.33 50.01 per hour plus qualification allowances and super
- Part time 0.7FTE some flexibility with the spread of work hours across the week is negotiable
Together Different Future
As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic progressive and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together doing things differently and preparing for the future.
Were looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.
About the Opportunity
Join our dedicated team in Cardinia Shire to provide essential lactation support to breastfeeding parents while fostering strong connections between families hospital maternity services and the Maternal and Child Health Service.
You will make an impact by
- Supporting parents in achieving their breastfeeding goals.
- Increasing the rate of successful longterm breastfeeding.
- Promoting breastfeeding within the community and the MCH team.
- Ensuring effective communication between hospital sectors and MCH services.
- Coordinating referrals and initial home visits for newborn families.
What you will bring
- Current International BoardCertified Lactation Consultant Certification (IBCLC) qualification
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Midwife
- Demonstrated experience in providing breastfeeding support and education to parents
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and community services.
- Commitment to evidencebased practice and continuous professional development.
- Proficiency in documentation and data management.
Why work with us
- Activity based and hybrid work model.
- Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
- Professional development opportunities including training and education programs and leadership development initiatives.
- A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship with initiatives to reduce the Councils carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
- A focus on worklife balance with programs and initiatives designed to support employees physical and mental wellbeing.
- Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.Click here.
To apply
- Please complete the online application form including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
- Applications close 30th March2025
- For further informationregarding the role please contact Cathy Swan Coordinator Maternal and Child Health onor refer to the position description.
Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrierfree recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on.
All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and preemployment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.
You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
