• Temporary part-time - 38 hours per fortnight
• $88,216 to $96,046pa (pro rata) plus Super

About Us

Located at the geographical centre of Victoria, within one hour's drive from Ballarat or Bendigo, and just two hours from Melbourne sits Central Goldfields Shire Council. Maryborough is the major business centre surrounded by seven townships that feature iconic heritage architecture. Agricultural industries spread across the municipality, and there are several major manufacturing, infrastructure, freight, printing and food production companies that call us home.

We are a dynamic organisation with a visionary and engaging executive, that look to put value into what we do for our community, residents and business.

Our Values

• Community and Customer Focussed
• Collaborative and Inclusive
• Challenge the Status Quo

About the role

Are you seeking a professionally rewarding role with a focus on making a difference in the lives of young families?

We are looking for a part time Early Parenting Practitioner to join our Maternal and Child Health team, for a period of 12 months. Days of work are negotiable, but preference is for availability on a Monday and Friday.

• Do you have a qualification in nursing, community development, social work, psychology or similar?
• Do you have experience in working with families experiencing multiple and complex issues?
• Do you enjoy working in partnership with families to provide flexible and support in the home, group setting and in the community?
• Would you like to work for an organisation that provides flexibility, work-life balance and ongoing professional development?

The Early Parenting Worker's role is to support the Enhanced Maternal and Child Health (EMCH) service, and provide intensive and flexible support for children, mothers, and families at risk of poor health and wellbeing outcomes, particularly when multiple risk factors are present. This role will also facilitate opportunities for building community capacity and social capital, including providing community education programs and group facilitation.

Central Goldfields Shire Council is a child safe organisation and an inclusive employer. We encourage people of all abilities, cultural backgrounds, and denominations, to apply.

What we offer you

We are open to discussing the possibility of flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and flexible start and finishing times that work for both you and the organisation. You are welcome to discuss these opportunities at interview.

We offer a great salary, excellent growth opportunities and the ability to really influence the future of our council and its surrounds. If this sounds like you, be part of an innovative and committed council and apply today!

Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday 12 June 2024.

For enquiries, please contact Hannah Castles, Coordinator Maternal & Child Health on (03) 5461 6550.

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