Clinical Midwife Consultant - Identified

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health

We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

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About The Role

The Clinical Midwife Consultant – Jaghu (Custodial Health) is an advanced practice registered midwife who provides expert clinical leadership, cultural leadership, and strategic service development to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, newborns and families within custodial settings.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

Demonstrated expert level of clinical knowledge, expertise and skills in complex contemporary clinical practice, and evidence-based midwifery practice.Proven ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including a clear understanding of contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and protocols.Demonstrated ability to provide authoritative counsel and clinical expertise on operational matters to management.Work collaboratively within a complex stakeholder and systemic framework with internal Queensland Health Services, and external government, non-government and private health sector service providers to achieve the best outcomes for the client. Demonstrated ability to provide operational leadership, strategic direction and management to a multidisciplinary team whilst ensuring adherence to clinical service standards and the achievement of quality and service delivery objectives. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in quality improvement, service evaluation and research initiatives on a local basis.

Mandatory Requirements

To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

Why choose us

Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

To apply

For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.