Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife CNS2 PIPS

Make a difference in the early years

 

Remuneration: $128,301.89 – $132,523.13 p.a. Superannuation + Salary packaging 
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week 
Requisition ID: REQ693911
Location: Wallsend Health Campus

Application close date: Thursday 22nd of October 2026 

 

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 to join the First Steps Parenting Centre at Wallsend Health Campus.

First Steps provides specialised support to vulnerable parents, infants and young children during the first three years of life, with a focus on early intervention, child development, parenting and family wellbeing.
This rewarding community-based role is primarily delivered through home visits, with clinic-based appointments and a weekly outreach clinic at St Phillips Young Parents College.

You will build meaningful relationships with families, providing tailored education, practical strategies and support to strengthen parental confidence, promote healthy development and improve outcomes for children.

Your role

You will provide comprehensive assessment, education and support across a range of complex child and family needs, including:

• Complex sleep and settling.
• Complex feeding concerns.
• Child development and developmental monitoring, including ASQ and ASQ-SE.
• Postnatal mental health and parent wellbeing.
• Domestic and family violence.
• Parenting and behavioural concerns, including the use of approaches such as Marte Meo.
• Child protection and safeguarding.
• Referral and care coordination with appropriate health and community services.

Working with Families and Services

You will facilitate groups including Circle of Security, PND and Self-Compassion, helping parents build confidence and strengthen relationships with their children.
Working closely with families and services including DCJ, Child Wellbeing Unit, Family Support Services, Speech Pathology and Dental Services, you will coordinate referrals and support families to access the right services at the right time.

Your Skills and Experience.

We are looking for a positive, motivated clinician who is passionate about working with children and families and can build trusting relationships with people experiencing complex circumstances.

You will bring:

• Strong clinical experience working with children, parents and families.
• Knowledge of child development, parenting and family wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Confidence working with vulnerable families and complex needs.
• Commitment to family-centred, evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.

Essential Criteria: 

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse/Midwife with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Child and Family Health Nursing.
• Minimum three years’ experience working in Child and Family Health Nursing.

Join a Collaborative Team

You’ll be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team with access to professional development, education and clinical supervision.

Additional benefits:

• Six weeks of annual leave for eligible full-time nurses.
• Additional Days Off (ADOs) each month for eligible full-time employees.

• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 

• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for staff and their immediate family members.
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
   

Join us to grow your specialist practice and make a meaningful difference to children and families in the community.

Need more information?
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Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Alison Kidston on Alison.Kidston@health.nsw.gov.au 

Additional information: 

• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.