SCHN - Priority Populations - CHW - Child Protection Unit - Staff Specialist (eCredential)
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- Specialist
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- REQ583324 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
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.
Learn more about our network: http://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/professionals
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ583324
Application is via eCredential
- The position of Staff Specialist in the Child Protection Unit (CPU) is part of a multidisciplinary child protection team. The role of this position is to ensure the delivery of high quality child protection medical services to children when there are concerns that a child may have been abused or neglected.
- The CPU Staff Specialist will provide forensic medical assessments for child sexual assult, physical abuse and neglect cases. The clinical service includes consultation to other clinicians to assist in the assessment and treatment of children at risk of harm.
- The CPU Staff Specialist will participate in the CPU 24 hour on call roster. This position is required to supervise Junior Medical Officers (JMO) in CPU; in teaching and training students, JMO's and other clinicians within and outside of SCHN.
- The CPU Staff Specialist is expected to participate in medical research activities in CPU and collaborate in research activities with other services and organisations. The Staff Specialist will be responsible for the development and review of medical procedures/protocols and guidelines as required.
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.
Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2022_030 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for vaccination requirements.
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/
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, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click here for more information.
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.
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Paediatrics, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
- Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Paediatrics at the role delineation of the service.
- Demonstrated experience in Child Protection work and proven forensic medical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
- Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
- Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Grace Wong on grace.wong@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer service team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: 30 June 2025, Monday
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Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'fit2work badge' offered as an option in eCredential. Please do not apply
or pay for a fit2work badge when applying for this position.
For assistance with eCredential please email SCHN-SMO@health.nsw.gov.au
