Maternal & Child Health Nurse Casual

• Take charge of your working hours through this unique and exciting Casual opportunity at Councils Maternal and Child Health Service
• Our Maternal & Child Health team is inclusive highly valued and supported with opportunities for professional development
• Located close to Melbourne in the peaceful surrounds of Baw Baw Shire

Job Summary

Are you passionate about improving the health outcomes for children and their families

As a casual member of the Maternal and Child Health Nursing team you will have the freedom to select your own hours and work across all areas of nursing including all aspects of the universal service and the Enhanced Program.

About Baw Baw Shire Council

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. Youll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time part-time and casual employees all benefiting from great flexibility work/life sway study support health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne Baw Baw Shire is one of Victorias fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbournes CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training seminars and conferences in the city without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

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About the Role

The Maternal and Child Health Nursing Service responds to the needs of children and families by monitoring social and emotional wellbeing health growth and development. Families are offered a suite of interventions within the Universal Service in addition to available targeted interventions when required. Key aspects of the role are promoting and advocating for the health and wellbeing of children and their families through early intervention and anticipatory guidance.

About the Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be registered with AHPRA as a Division 1 (One) nurse and midwife and hold an accredited post graduate degree in Child and Family Health Nursing. Key to your success will be well developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with families and other service providers.

Please refer to the position description for the necessary qualifications experience and other selection criteria for the role.

For further information regarding this position please contact Marilyn Humphrey Maternal Child & Family Health Nurse Coordinator at or by phoning (03).

Why youll love working at Baw Baw Shire

We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:

Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it
Flexible work options Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance
Career development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
A thriving Social Club
Close to Public transport
Ample free parking nearby

Further information and how to apply

To apply please review the position description and complete your application directly through our website including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 13 February 2026and must be submitted directly through the Baw Baw Shire website.

Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.