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Employment at Karitane

We’ve been dedicated to supporting families and children during their first 2000 days for over 100 years. Karitane is a dynamic and innovative not for profit organisation and registered charity providing early parenting services. We are a family-friendly workplace with a strong and successful culture of success that reflects our values of innovation, excellence, respect and collaboration. We are a passionate and a highly engaged team making a difference to family’s lives. We support each other and provide excellent professional development opportunities. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity throughout our workplace.

At Karitane, we foster a supportive environment where our staff can grow and thrive, offering professional development opportunities and encouraging continuous learning. Our strong sense of teamwork and commitment to each other drives our success, creating a collaborative space where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We are proud of the difference we make and are dedicated to supporting families at every step of their parenting journey.

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Career Benefits

Salary Benefits

Karitane offers employees the opportunity to access up to $15,900 in tax-free salary packaging with an additional $2,650 available for meal & entertainment expenses. This benefit allows you to increase your take-home pay by using a portion of your salary for everyday expenses like mortgage, rent, or bills, before tax is calculated. We’re committed to supporting our team with financial benefits that make a real difference, ensuring you get the most from your salary while contributing to meaningful work.

At Karitane, we value our team and offer great benefits, including 17.5% leave loading to all staff. Full-time staff also enjoy additional allocated days off (ADOs) for better work-life balance.

Flexibility

At Karitane, we believe in fostering a work environment that supports balance and well-being. We offer flexible work practices, including remote work options, flexible hours, and hybrid schedules, to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally. Whether you’re balancing family, pursuing personal interests, or simply looking for a more adaptable schedule, we’re committed to providing the flexibility you need to succeed. 

Professional Development

At Karitane, we believe in the continuous growth of our team. We offer a range of professional development opportunities to help you advance your skills and career. From workshops and training programs to mentorship and career advancement support, we are dedicated to empowering our employees to reach their full potential. Your development is our priority, and we’re committed to providing the tools and resources you need to succeed. 

Careers with Impact

At Karitane, a career with us is a career with real impact. We are dedicated to supporting families and making a difference in the critical first 2,000 days of a child’s life—an essential period for their development and future well-being. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that empowers families, strengthens communities, and helps children thrive during these formative years. Together, we create lasting change that makes a difference for generations to come.

Culture

Karitane is a dynamic workplace with a culture that reflects our values of innovation, excellence, respect and collaboration. We are committed to inclusion and wellbeing so our people can thrive. We have a culture of success, with over 92% of staff rating Karitane as a truly great place to work.

 

Current Vacancies

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Agreement Documents

Child and Family Health Nurse - Multiple Positions- Campbelltown

We are seeking experienced Child and Family Health Nurses, for multiple positions available at our Early Parenting Service located at Campbelltown. If you have completed, commenced a post graduate qualification in Child and Family Health Nursing this opportunity is for you. You will join a wonderful and diverse multidisciplinary team that love the work that they do in partnership with parents to build and strengthen family relationships in the First 2000 days.

HOURS: Multiple Positions - From 24 hours up to 32 hours per week. 24hr rotating roster Monday-Friday                           

STATUS: Temporary Part-Time, Til 30/6/2030 with the possibility of further extension

OPERATIONAL BASE: Karitane Early Parenting Service - Campbelltown

VACCINATION CATEGORY: A (including current influenza vaccination)

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Nursing Unit Manager - (through to Director, Clinical Services)

CLOSE DATE: COB Friday 2nd January 2026

Please Note: Karitane will be closed from Friday 19th December 2025 and will reopen Monday 5th January 2026

Enquiries and Applications:  Please indicate your preference for part-time hours and email your cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria and your CV applications to:

Suzanne Calman- Acting Nurse Unit Manager - Karitane Early Parenting Service -Campbelltown; Registered Nurse/Midwife/Child and Family Health Nurse

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 02 9794 2110 Mobile: 0419 131 653

Position Description

Child and Family Health (RN) - Day Stay Program

We are seeking a qualified Child and Family Health Registered Nurse who will be responsible for the delivery of clinical services to Perinatal Mental Health clients at Jade House providing consultations, Day Stay Programs and education to families. 

Status: 16 Hours per week; Temporary; Fixed Term for a period of 12 months

Vaccination Category: A- High risk (including annual influenza vaccinations)

Department: Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (Jade House)

Operational Base: Carramar

Responsible To:  Director of Clinical Services through the Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (PICMHS) Manager

Close date: Friday COB 27th January 2026

Please Note: Karitane will be closed over the Christmas period from Friday 19th December to Monday 5th January 2026

Position Description

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, email your resume and a cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria to: [email protected]

Jo-Anne Micallef  -A/Manager Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Service (PICMHS)

Mobile:  0438 782 588

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1-2, (Based on level of experience) Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (PIMH)

The Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1/2(CNC1/2) Perinatal Infant and Child Mental Health (PICMH) clinician will provide clinical expertise and promote the development of Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health practice through the CNC list of domains and functions (NSW Health, 2017: IB2017_002)

The PICMH CNC1/2 will be responsible for clinical support and capability development of staff and students throughout the organisation, participate in the delivery of high-quality services, provide clinical leadership in practice, participate in education and research initiatives and demonstrate leadership in the workplace.

Hours:  Temporary Full-Time Sep-Jan 2026; 40 hours per week

Operational Base: All Karitane sites

Close date: COB Friday 12th September 2025

Essential for this role are the following:

  • Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • Current NSW Drivers’ Licence

Position Description

Enquiries and applications-

Please provide cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria, your CV applications via email should be addressed to: 

Jo-Anne Micallef

Acting Manager- (PICMHS)

 Mob. 0438 782 588 | Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm

Email: [email protected]

Aboriginal Family Support Worker

We are seeking a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the role of Karitane Aboriginal Family Support Worker to work at our main location will be at the Head office is Fairfield Integrated Child and Family Hub (138-150 The Horsley Dr, Carramar), other locations include Randwick and Campbelltown.

HOURS: Part-Time 20 hours per week

STATUS: Part-Time Fixed Term until June 2027

OPERATIONAL BASE: The main location will be at the Head Office - Fairfield Integrated Child and Family Hub ( 138-150 The Horsley Drive, Carramar) other locations include Randwick and Campbelltown. Noting that this role will involve some travel to other Karitane Metropolitan sites.

RENUMERATION:    Aboriginal Health workers (NSW Health Award) or State-based equivalent year $ 40 - 45 / hour  (Full time equivalent maximum to $90,357.00 - Pro-rata wages for part time hours)

  • ABORIGINAL HEALTH WORKERS' (STATE) AWARD 2023
  • Health Professional and Medical Salaries (State) Award

VACCINATION CATEGORY:    A (including current influenza vaccination)

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Director, Clinical Services

CLOSE DATE: Friday COB 16th January 2026

Please Note: Karitane will be closed from Friday 19th December 2025 and will reopen Monday 5th January 2026

ENQUIRIES: 

Please email your cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria and your CV to:

Angela Wood, Director Clinical Services

Email: [email protected]

Mobile: 0419 360 284

Position Description

Registered Nurse/Midwife- Child and Family Health 

We are seeking qualified Child and Family Health Registered Nurses/ Midwives to join our our team as Casuals here at our Karitane Early Parenting Service – Campbelltown.

HOURS: Casual - 24 hour rotating roster Monday-Friday

STATUS: Casual

OPERATIONAL BASE: Karitane Early Parenting Service - Campbelltown

RENUMERATION:  Public Health System Nurses' and Midwives' (state) Award 2023 and with the Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Nurses Agreement 2017.

VACCINATION CATEGORY: A (including current influenza vaccination)

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Nursing Unit Manager - (through to Director, Clinical Services)

CLOSE DATE: COB Friday 16th January 2026

Please Note: Karitane will be closed from Friday 19th December 2025 and will reopen Monday 5th January 2026

Enquiries and Applications:  Please email your cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria and your CV applications to:

Suzanne Calman- Nurse Unit Manager 

Karitane Early Parenting Service -Campbelltown

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 02 9794 2319 Mobile: 0419 131 653

Position Description

Senior Data Analyst

We are seeking a highly qualified Senior Data Analyst who will be responsible for the provision of high-level speciality support for the management of data assets to support the efficient and effective operation of Karitane services to achieve performance and outcome objectives. The role of the Senior Data Analyst is to oversee large datasets to derive meaningful insights and support data-driven decision making.

HOURS: 32 hours per week 

STATUS: Temporary until June 2028

OPERATIONAL BASE: Karitane Carramar- Head Office

CLASSIFICATION:  Health Services Manager, Level 2

INDUSTRIAL AWARD: Health Managers (State) Award - 2024

VACCINATION CATEGORY:  B (including current influenza vaccination)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Governance and Corporate Services 

CLOSE DATE: Monday 27th October 2025

Enquiries and Applications:  Please email your cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria and your CV applications to:

Dinethra Nandakoban - Director Governance and Corporate Services, Company Secretary

Email: [email protected]

Mobile: 0437 446 960

Position Description

Service Navigator - Fairfield Integrated Child and Family Hub

We are seeking an experienced Service Navigator who will ensure that those families seeking support feel comfortable, understood and cared for. They will provide the space for people to navigate challenging questions and complex situations. The Service Navigator will ensure families are linked with services in a coordinated, stepped model of care that best meets their identified level of support need.

HOURS: Part-time, 24 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

STATUS: Temporary until June 2029, with possibility of extension

OPERATIONAL BASE: Karitane Carramar- Fairfield Child and Family Hub

AWARD:  Health Education Officer

VACCINATION CATEGORY:  A - High Risk (including influenza vaccination)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Program Lead System Navigator – Fairfield Integrated Child and Family Hub through to Integrated Care Manager.

CLOSE DATE: Sunday 30th November 2025

Enquiries and Applications:  Please email your cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria and your CV. Applications to:

Erin Brandtman | Systems Navigator Project Lead – Fairfield Integrated Child and Family Hub

Email: [email protected]

Mobile: 0491 289 267

Position Description

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Karitane acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and connections to the lands and waters of NSW. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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