Child and Family Health Nurse - New Directions Aboriginal Mothers and Babies Program

• Empower Aboriginal families through early childhood wellbeing.

• Deliver culturally grounded care in a community-focused role.

• Support children to thrive and be school-ready.

Make a meaningful impact as you partner with Aboriginal families to strengthen early childhood health, development and cultural wellbeing.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Mount Druitt Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join the dedicated Community Health team at Mount Druitt Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). You’ll work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that values cultural safety, collaboration, and holistic care for Aboriginal children and families.

You’ll enjoy:

• A passionate team committed to improving Aboriginal health outcomes

• Strong partnerships with local Aboriginal communities

• A supportive environment that values cultural knowledge and lived experience

• Opportunities to deliver care across home, clinic and outreach settings

• A workplace that fosters learning, respect and cultural connection

What you'll be doing 
As the Child and Family Health Nurse (CFHN), you will play a vital role within the New Directions Aboriginal Mothers and Babies Program, supporting infants, young children, and their families through culturally responsive, strength-based care.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based child and family health services within a primary health care model

• Partner with families to support early development, wellbeing and parenting confidence

• Identify health, developmental and psychosocial needs using early intervention and wellness-focused approaches

• Work closely with Aboriginal Health Workers and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children

• Contribute to community education programs and advocate for equitable access to services 

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Postgraduate qualification relevant to performing the role of a Child and Family Health Nurse, or currently enrolled with a course completion date within 2 years of employment). 

• Registration: Current enrolment with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse Division 1. 

Selection Criteria: 

1. Current enrolment with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse Division 1 and postgraduate qualification relevant to performing the role of a Child and Family Health Nurse, or currently enrolled with a course completion date within 2 years of employment.

2. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander cultures and have knowledge of and / or links with the local Aboriginal community.

3. Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families and evidence of post-registration experience working with families and young children, including experience working with families from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

4. Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.

5. Commitment to evidenced based Child and Family Health nursing practice; including an understanding of Families NSW and primary health care principles and practices.

6. Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills and computer skills.

7. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications and a commitment to undertaking training in electronic health record systems.

8. Current drivers licence valid in NSW and willingness to use for work purposes.

Requisition ID: REQ616376
Applications Close: 21st December 2025

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Nicole Collins, Nurse Manager Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health Bulbwul Werowe AMIHS & Budjery Manya New Directions on Nicole.Collins1@health.nsw.gov.au or on 0407 489 062.