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POPPIE MAPS: Priority populations Ongoing Pregnancy and Postnatal care for Improved outcomes and Equity
Join an innovative team dedicated to improving outcomes for women, babies, and families from priority populations across Liverpool. POPPIE MAPS provides a unique opportunity to contribute to equitable, culturally responsive, and woman-centred care, working in partnership with families and communities to address barriers to accessing maternity services and achieve better health outcomes.
Key Benefits of the POPPIE model of care:
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Support women and families from priority populations to timely access to coordinated, continuous, and culturally responsive pregnancy and postnatal care.
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Be part of the innovative POPPIE MAPS team, a passionate and collaborative service committed to improving health equity and reducing disparities in maternal and infant outcomes across Liverpool.
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Be part of a model of care that works in partnership with women, families, and communities to deliver care that responds to local needs and priorities.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to enhance service accessibility, continuity of care, and positive consumer experiences.
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Contribute to meaningful quality improvement initiatives that support better outcomes for women, babies, and families.
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Work within a supportive and inclusive environment that values professional development, innovation, and woman-centred care.
What The Role Entails
As a Registered Midwife within the POPPIE MAPS program, you will provide continuity of care to women and families throughout their maternity journey, with a particular focus on supporting priority populations and improving access to healthcare services.
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Deliver antenatal and postnatal care through a relationship-based model that supports positive health outcomes for women, babies and families.
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Build trusted partnerships with women and their families, providing culturally responsive, woman-centred care tailored to individual needs.
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Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, community services and external stakeholders to ensure seamless support throughout the care journey.
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Advocate for equitable access to maternity services and help connect women with appropriate health and community resources.
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Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development activities that enhance maternity care outcomes across the community.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference through continuity of care, advocacy, collaboration and meaningful engagement with women and families.
Are You the Right Fit?
You are a compassionate and dedicated Registered Midwife who is passionate about supporting women and families through their pregnancy, birth and postnatal journey. You thrive in both autonomous and collaborative environments and are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care.
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Current unrestricted registration as a Midwife with AHPRA, with the flexibility to work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays and willingness to travel as required.
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Demonstrated experience providing antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care, with SAFE START knowledge desirable.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining professional and ethical boundaries.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build trusting relationships with women, families and colleagues.
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Commitment to ongoing professional development and active participation in team meetings, education opportunities and service initiatives.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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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
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.
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