Job Description

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a passionate and dedicated professional to join our Pathways to Good Health (PTGH) program, a state-wide initiative aimed at improving health outcomes for children and young people entering Out-of-Home Care in Victoria.

This role will contribute to ensuring that children and young people entering care, whether for the first time or subsequently, have their health needs identified, reviewed, and supported through access to timely and appropriate health services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and facilitating age-appropriate health checks
• Identifying and referring children for required screening, assessment, and treatment
• Liaising closely with Child Protection, carers, and other relevant stakeholders
• Supporting children with complex needs through multidisciplinary assessments and the development of individualised health management plans
• Providing outreach services in community settings such as schools, early learning centres, and residential care facilities

The PTGH team at SWH is a collaborative and experienced group of professionals, including medical paediatricians, paediatric nurses, allied health clinicians, and care coordinators. The program is currently funded until June 2027, and services are delivered in an accessible and flexible manner to meet the diverse needs of children in care. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a meaningful program that directly contributes to improving the lives and long-term wellbeing of some of the most vulnerable children in our community.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (48 hours per fortnight), Fixed Term until June 2027
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Community Health Nurse (In-Charge)
• Salary Range: $122,907.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

You are a Registered Nurse with at least 5 years of clinical experience and a strong commitment to improving health outcomes for children and families, particularly those experiencing vulnerability or involved with the Child Protection system. You bring:

• Current AHPRA registration, Victorian Driver's Licence, and relevant police and Working with Children checks (or willingness to obtain)
• A deep understanding of trauma, child development, attachment, and the factors impacting vulnerable families
• Experience providing care to children at risk, with strong knowledge of referral pathways and service systems
• Excellent clinical assessment, communication, and report writing skills, including the ability to tailor information for non-health audiences
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet timelines and manage competing priorities
• A collaborative, team-focused approach and proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders
• A passion for improving health literacy and wellbeing in children and families through outreach and education
• (Desirable) Experience with out-of-home care, TrakCare, CAReHR, and a sound understanding of the broader health and wellbeing service systems

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 12 October 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification Community Health Nurse (In-Charge).

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au