Registered Midwife - Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service - Temp PT
Requisition ID: REQ668797
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week up until February 2028
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Applications close: 28/06/2026
Contact: Amanda Vujanovic - Midiwifery Unit Manager, Antenatal Ward, Assessment Unit & AMIHS on 0499 848 260 | [email protected]
Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?
Achieve Something Great
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Registered Midwife to join the Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service (AMIHS) in the Macarthur region.
Located on Dharawal land, the Macarthur AMIHS team provides culturally safe, continuity of care maternity services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and women having an Aboriginal baby throughout pregnancy and the early parenting period. Working in partnership with Aboriginal Health Workers, AMIHS supports women, babies and families through a holistic, family-centred model of care that strengthens connections to culture, community and health services.
As an AMIHS Midwife, you will become part of a small, dynamic and highly supportive team committed to improving maternal and infant health outcomes and delivering exceptional woman-centred care.
About The Role
As a Registered Midwife within the AMIHS program, you will work collaboratively with Aboriginal Health Workers and the multidisciplinary team to provide culturally responsive antenatal and postnatal care across community and hospital settings.
You will build meaningful relationships with women and families, supporting them throughout their maternity journey while promoting self-determination, informed decision-making and culturally safe care. This diverse role includes community outreach, home visiting, care coordination, health promotion and advocacy.
The successful applicant will be committed to evidence-based midwifery practice and passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal women, babies and families.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide culturally safe, evidence-based antenatal and postnatal care to Aboriginal women and women having an Aboriginal baby.
- Work in partnership with Aboriginal Health Workers to deliver continuity of care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period.
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with women, families and communities through respectful, collaborative care.
- Provide education, advocacy, support and health promotion to women and families.
- Support women to access services that address their social, emotional, cultural and healthcare needs.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, community engagement activities and service development.
- Promote positive maternal and infant health outcomes through culturally responsive and family-centred care.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with 'N/A'.
- Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Midwife with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application.
- Describe how your skills and experience align with this role. Include your understanding of factors influencing the health of Aboriginal families and examples of providing woman-centred, culturally responsive maternity care.
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Do you have a current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2)? if you hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
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Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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Temporary Positions
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
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