Child Protection Unit Office Manager - REQ584925

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REQ584925 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up until 31 December 2025
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: 84436 - 112331 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging) 
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ584925

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives. 


Additional information 
  • An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

What you'll be doing
The Child Protection Unit (CPU) Office Manager provides effective operational and administrative management for the CPU team including service support, co-ordination, facilitation and assistance to staff and clients to enable them to achieve their objectives and responsibilities.
 
The Office Manageris also responsible for processing requests for the release of information (ROI) contained in a person's clinical record. Requests are received from a variety of sources including patients, the Ministry of Health, legal entities and third parties. Copies of medical records, statements of attendance, summaries of injury, expert witness statements and subpoena production are all requested.
  1. Degree in Business of Health Service Management or relevant field or equivalent or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience.
  2. Demonstrated knowledge of the public health system and an ability to apply that knowledge to achieve high standards of quality, efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of health services
  3. Highly developed and effective management skills with extensive management experience in a health service environment encompassing administration, finance and resource management and health service delivery.
  4. Demonstrated high-level verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to negotiate, build and maintain the confidence of a wide range of people, including senior managers and clinicians. Experience in the preparation of complex correspondence and reports.
  5. Demonstrated capacity to work independently and within a dynamic and multidisciplinary team.
  6. Well-developed computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite of programs, internet and email technology.
  7. Demonstrated experience in responding to a range of enquiries and administrative tasks and the ability to determine the appropriate response in a complex work environment.


For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes. 

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process. 

 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application. 

 

 

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.  For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/  

 

NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. 

 

 

Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified. 

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Grace Wong on grace.wong@health.nsw.gov.au

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au 

 

For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3. 

Applications Close: 28/06/2025

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