Agency Department of Health Work unit Urban Health Primary Health Care
Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist, Child and Family Health Designation Nurse Level 4
Job type Full time Duration Fixed up to 2 years
Salary $123,717 - $134,257 Location Alice Springs
Position number 39960 RTF 360999 Closing 02/12/2026
Contact Officer Belinda Ballard, Acting Urban District Manager on 08 8951 6704 or
[email protected]
About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=360999
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – Inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Supports and provides collaborative, appropriate, proficient, coordinated direct and indirect clinical care for complex client presentations, including working with and alongside less experienced nursing and midwifery staff, within the specialty area.
Context statement
This position requires demonstrated knowledge and experience in Primary Health Care, child and family health assessment and delivery of childhood vaccinations in a diverse multicultural setting. A current Graduate certificate in Child and Family Health and recognised vaccine provider certificate is essential. The appointed applicant will be required to work in partnership with families to assess growth and development of children aged 0-5 years using sound knowledge of determinants of health at clinic appointments, home visits and group education settings.
Has an ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, a commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement and proficient computer software skills to document client care. Must have a current driver’s license.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Apply specialist knowledge, skills, attributes and abilities within a defined practice area in therapeutic and professional relationships with
individuals, as well as with families, groups and communities.
1. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the supervision and
management of the team.
1. Accountable for providing sound professional advice and for assessment, planning, review, evaluation and coordination of comprehensive
client care and/or case management within the speciality area.
1. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.
2. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to
ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
1. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.
2. Demonstrated highly developed clinical knowledge and skills in a relevant area of nursing/midwifery relating to this vacancy, supporting well
developed clinical decision-making and problem solving to achieve best practice healthcare outcomes.
1. Demonstrate and promote a learning environment through clinical support, instruction, and feedback including mentoring students, graduates
and less experienced staff across the multidisciplinary team.
1. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policy, including interpreting established professional
precedents and organisational policies and supporting change management.
1. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to influence and convince staff and/or clients, including on sensitive matters requiring
tact and diplomacy
1. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that influence health
care provision for clients and families.
Desirable
1. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
Further information Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area. The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific immunisation requirements.
To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with Category A healthcare worker (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact
[email protected] for further information.
Approved: 28 March 2025 Adjunct Associate Professor Kellie Wilton, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer
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Agency Department of Health Work unit Urban Health Primary Health Care
Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist, Child and Family Health Designation Nurse Level 4
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $123,717 - $134,257 Location Alice Springs
Position number 39960 RTF 360999 Closing 02/12/2026
Contact Officer Belinda Ballard, Acting Urban District Manager on 08 8951 6704 or
[email protected]
About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=360999
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – Inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Supports and provides collaborative, appropriate, proficient, coordinated direct and indirect clinical care for complex client presentations,
including working with and alongside less experienced nursing and midwifery staff, within the specialty area.
Context statement
This position requires demonstrated knowledge and experience in Primary Health Care, child and family health assessment and delivery of childhood vaccinations in a diverse multicultural setting. A current Graduate certificate in Child and Family Health and recognised vaccine provider certificate is essential. The appointed applicant will be required to work in partnership with families to assess growth and development of children aged 0-5 years using sound knowledge of determinants of health at clinic appointments, home visits and group education settings.
Has an ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team, a commitment to Continuous Quality
Improvement and proficient computer software skills to document client care. Must have a current driver’s license.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Apply specialist knowledge, skills, attributes and abilities within a defined practice area in therapeutic and qualified relationships
with individuals, as well as with families, groups and communities.
1. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the supervision
and management of the team.
1. Accountable for providing sound professional advice and for assessment, planning, review, evaluation and coordination of
comprehensive client care and/or case management within the speciality area.
1. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.
2. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in
order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
1. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.
2. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
3. Demonstrated highly developed clinical knowledge and skills in a relevant area of nursing/midwifery relating to this vacancy,
supporting well developed clinical decision-making and problem solving to achieve best practice healthcare outcomes.
1. Demonstrated ability to promote a learning environment through clinical support, instruction, and feedback including mentoring
students, graduates and less experienced staff across the multidisciplinary team.
1. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policy, including interpreting established
professional precedents and organisational policies and supporting change management.
1. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to influence and convince staff and/or clients, including on sensitive matters
requiring tact and diplomacy.
1. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that influence
health care provision for clients and families.
Further information
Ongoing appointment is subject to possession of Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area. The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check.
A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with Category A healthcare workers (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact
[email protected] for further information.
📌 Nurse Clinical Specialist, Child and Family Health (Alice Springs)
🏢 NT Health
📍 Alice Springs