Staff Specialist in Child Protection
12 hours ago
**REQ520323**
**Staff Specialist in Child Protection**
**Fixed term temporary part time (0.8 FTE to 30 June 2025)**
Key responsibilities include the acute assessment of children and young people at risk of physical or sexual abuse and neglect. Additionally, there are opportunities for outpatient assessment and care for children facing paediatric health and developmental challenges. The role may also involve participating in child protection education programs.
The successful applicant will be required to contribute to the on-call roster for Child Protection and Sexual Assault services, as well as the State Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Clinical Advice Line (CASACAL).
**Essential requirements**:
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Paediatrics, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways
- Evidence of being a medical expert, demonstrated by recent and comprehensive experience in child protection and/or general paediatrics
- Demonstrated capability in the medical evaluation and management of children who have been physical or sexually abused or neglected, and detailed understanding of relevant legislation and legal obligations related to such children including forensic skills
**What we can offer you**:
Hunter New England Local Health District is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.
**Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits**:
- John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Fitness Passport
- Salary packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Newcastle is New South Wales’ second largest city with a prime coastal location. We are proud to boast about our stunning beaches, gorgeous coastline, New South Wales’ largest coastal saltwater lake, National Parks and close proximity to the Hunter Valley wine region - there really is so much to explore and enjoy. As a centre for manufacturing, mining, retail, health, tourism, education, IT, call centres and finance, the Hunter offers real employment choices for your partner and an excellent range of schooling options for your children.
**Need more information?**
Click here for the Position Description
**For role related enquiries contact**:Dr Chris Vedeler - Medical Lead Community Paediatrics
**APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9 October 2024**
**Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (**PD2024_015**). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.**
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