Be an advocate for vulnerable women and their families in our community - become part of the Family Care Team

Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time, Temporary Full and Part Time opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Midwife

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ692942

Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Closing: Sunday, 18th October 2026.

About The Service

The Family Care Midwifery Team provides continuity of antenatal and postnatal care to pregnant people living with psychosocial vulnerabilities. You will support families from early pregnancy until 4–6 weeks post birth, working collaboratively to provide trauma-informed, respectful, and culturally protected care.

This is a small, supportive team of midwives committed to delivering high-quality care to vulnerable families. You will work closely with a range of services including obstetrics, drug and alcohol services, social work, mental health teams, and other allied health professionals. The team culture is collaborative, flexible, and focused on providing compassionate, safe, and client-centred care.

About The Role

As a member of the Family Care Midwifery Team, you will provide continuity of care for vulnerable families, including both antenatal and postnatal care. Your day-to-day activities may include:

- Providing care to women and newborns in hospital and community settings
- Attending case conferences and multidisciplinary meetings




- Making appropriate referrals to enhance client care
- Collaborating with allied health, social work, and mental health teams
- Managing the diverse and unpredictable needs of families within a continuity of care model

You will be supported by a team of experienced midwives and will have access to monthly clinical supervision and ongoing education opportunities to develop your skills. Flexibility, strong time management, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others are essential for success in this role.

About You

You are a compassionate and adaptable midwife committed to working with vulnerable families. You bring a trauma-informed approach and are able to engage respectfully and safely with people experiencing complex psychosocial challenges.

Key Skills And Attributes Include

- High-level verbal and written communication skills
- Commitment to working in a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care
- Ability to provide culturally safe and trauma-informed care
- Flexibility, time management, and strong organisational skills
- Willingness to engage in difficult conversations with clients exhibiting challenging behaviours




- Recency of midwifery practice is essential

You are collaborative, proactive, and committed to improving the experience of vulnerable families through continuity of care.

Benefits

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ Proximity to shopping and other services

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

✅ 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) for staff and family members

Need more information?

- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Tanya Hollingworth on [email protected]

Information For Applicants

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