Child Health Nurse and Registered Nurse

• Permanent Part-time Child Health Nurse and Registered Nurse opportunities!

• Location: Onsite in Kensington; Free Parking

• Immediate Start

About Us

Ngala are WA’s Most Trusted Parenting Professionals, offering non-judgemental support and direction to help WA parents navigate challenges and build the skills needed to give their children the best start in life.

After more than 130 years of working across Western Australia, we remain committed to supporting children, parents, families, and communities. We draw on the latest research and training, combined with community stories and lived experiences, to develop and deliver services that enhance wellbeing and support healthy development, including:

• Free Parenting Line

• Residential Parenting Service

• 24+ Community programs

• Early Learning and Development

Ngala is currently in an exciting period of growth and is undertaking numerous projects to expand our reach and efficacy across the state. We have a clear strategy to achieve our goals, strong financial support and a dedicated team with a great culture.

About the Role

Ngala is currently recruiting for Part-time Child Health Nurses and Registered Nurses interested in advancing their careers in Child Health to work Part-Time in the Residential Parenting Services (NRPS) team.

The NRPS operates 6 days over a 24-hour period. Work hours and days will vary depending on the service, and the position may involve shift work over a 24-hour period.

This role requires a high degree of flexibility, as shift assignments may vary across Day shifts, Evening shifts, and Night shifts, across Mondays through Sundays.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with parents to identify their strengths and enhance their ability to understand and care for their children.

• Employ active listening to help families articulate their goals in a respectful and supportive manner.

• Assess the health needs of both children and parents.

• Work with parents to create care plans with manageable, achievable steps toward their goals.

• Connect families with relevant community resources and Ngala services.

• Provide evidence-based information on child development and parent-child relationships.

What We’re Looking For

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse.

• Qualifications in Child Health are highly desirable.

• 2 years post registration experience working with children

• Specialised knowledge in child and family health, including parenting and child development (0-18 years) and perinatal mental health.

• Understanding of contemporary social issues affecting children and families.

• Strong communication skills with a focus on listening and a strength-based approach.

• Experience in conflict resolution, negotiation, and working with families, parents, and children/adolescents.

• Knowledgeable in child health, early brain development, infant mental health, and topics like sleep, nutrition, and breastfeeding.

• Experience working with vulnerable families using a trauma informed approach.

• Hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Check issued within the last 6 months.

• Current Working with Children Check.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• 5-minute walk to local café offering employee discounts on food and coffee

• Short drive to eateries and supermarket at Curtin University

• Salary packaging benefits available

• Paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks)

• Discounted private health insurance

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Refer a Friend Program ($500 for the referrer and $500 for the friend)

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are due by 5pm, Friday 5 September 2025 however shortlisting will commence immediately so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Click 'Apply' and follow the prompts to submit your CV.

If you have any queries, please contact any of our Senior Child Health Nurses Jenny Morrison/Charlotte Davies at [email protected] or [email protected], or 08 9368 9368.

ABOUT US

At Ngala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.

After 130 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.

CULTURE

Our core values at Ngala are Human Connection, Integrity, Fairness and Creativity.

Ngala is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse background, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people with a disability.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where our programs and services operate and pay our respects to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation. We acknowledge the importance of children being raised with connection to culture, community and family.

To find out more about Ngala, visit www.ngala.com.au.