Dietitian Level 3

**Remuneration**: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super
**Employment Type**: Temporary Part Time until February 2026
**Position Classification**: Dietitian Lvl 3
**Location**: Morisset Hospital
**Hours Per Week**: 20
**Requisition ID**: REQ547087
**Applications Close**: Sunday, 16th February 2025

**About us**:
Morisset Hospital provides extended care Mental Health Rehabilitation to consumers under the Mental Health Act and the Forensic Mental Health Act with a focus on developing skills and building resilience.

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services at Morisset Hospital is currently collaborating on the design phase for a new facility build in the Maitland area, where it is planned that the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services will relocate in 2027.

**About the role**:
The position will provide direct Dietetic interventions to Mental Health consumers based on the Morisset site and determine a prioritised approach to nutrition care. The position will assess and address clinical risks associated with treating psychosis, disordered eating, malnutrition, swallowing difficulties, diabetes and assist with strategies and practices that help consumers to improve their eating behaviours and dietary intake. This position will assume a lead role for Food Services at Morisset.

This role works closely within a multi-disciplinary team, including NUMS, CNE, CNC, Medical Officers and Allied Health staff. This position is supported by the NM5 at Morisset Hospital and the Head of Discipline Nutrition and Dietetics. Ongoing education and training opportunities are encouraged.

**About you**:
The successful applicant will be a passionate and knowledgeable clinician, with a strong focus on collaboration, person centred care and holistic care planning. This position requires the successful applicant to be able to achieve positive patient outcomes whilst working independently and also within a team.

**Requirements**:

- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia.
- Eligible to drive in NSW.

**What we can offer you**:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Additional information**:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

**_Hunter New England Health 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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**I**nformation** for Applicants**:
**This is a Category A position**. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with**NSW Health policy directive **PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases** for Category A positions prior to offer.**All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

**_Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of _**_benefits _**_such as _**_allocated_**_ days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid _**_maternity leave_**_, and salary packaging options including meal expenses._**

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