Achieve Something Great
The SAFE START Midwife is a key member of the multidisciplinary maternity, perinatal and infant mental health team. The role supports the implementation of the NSW Health SAFE START Strategic Policy and local SWLSHD SAFE START Guideline by identifying, assessing, and responding to psychosocial risk factors affecting women and families during the perinatal period.
The SAFE START Midwife provides trauma-informed, culturally safe, woman-centred care through psychosocial assessment, early intervention, referral pathways, and collaboration with maternity, mental health, allied health and child and family health services. The role aims to promote emotional wellbeing and improve outcomes for mothers, infants, and families at risk of perinatal mental health issues or psychosocial distress.
The SAFE START Midwife will be responsible for:
- Chairing weekly SAFE START meetings
- Run continuity clinic for vulnerable women
- Maintaining database of SAFE START women/ referrals
- Referring women to appropriate services
Networking across Health and Non-Government Organisations
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Are You the Right Fit?
This role is ideal for a confident, compassionate midwife who is passionate about early antenatal engagement, continuity of care, and supporting women and families with diverse and often complex needs.
- Strong antenatal and Safe Start knowledge — You bring sound antenatal expertise and a clear understanding of the Safe Start policy and guidelines to support early identification and care planning for women with additional needs.
- Advanced clinical judgment — You are comfortable exercising extended autonomy, applying advanced clinical skills and professional judgment to provide complex, holistic midwifery care.
- Collaborative team approach — You work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, building strong partnerships with medical, allied health and community services to deliver integrated, woman‑centred care.
- Exceptional communication skills — You communicate clearly, respectfully and compassionately with women, families, carers and colleagues, ensuring care remains person‑centred at every touchpoint.
- Culturally responsive and inclusive practice — You engage sensitively with women from all cultural backgrounds, including working collaboratively with Aboriginal Liaison Officers, interpreters and multicultural services to support safe, inclusive care pathways.
Selection Criteria
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
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
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
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.
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
Temporary visa holders
Vaccination Requirements
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.
