StEPS Vision Screener – SESLHD Casual – The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network – Randwick NSW

Comments (0) November 18, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Sydney
  • 59,796.42 $ / Year

The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

Full job description

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Tech Assist Gde 2
Remuneration: 59796.42 – 62086.53- full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 12
Requisition ID: REQ531195
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.
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An amazing opportunity exists to be part of a wonderful program and to join our dedicated team. The Sydney Children’s Hospital Network and The Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening (StEPS) program is looking for an exceptional person to join our South-Eastern Sydney team in the role of ‘Vision Screener’ to provide screening services for children throughout the South-Eastern Sydney Local Health District. This includes the Eastern Suburbs, St George and Sutherland Shire areas. The role is a casual position. Working hours per week can vary, but is estimated to be up to 12 hours per week. Typically, shifts are 4 hours per day between the hours of 9am to 1pm with some flexibility. No experience in vision screening is necessary and all training will be provided.

Candidates must have a full NSW driver’s licence with their own vehicle.

This role would suit someone who is looking for part time work, a work-life balance, or looking for a career change. It is for someone with good values looking to make an impact in the community and children’s vision.

Are you interested in doing something with a purpose? Do you enjoy working with children? Are you honest, self-directed, organised, and respectful? Do you prefer being on the road (not in an office) with daily changes to your working environment? Are you up for the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment? If you have answered yes to the above, then this is the role for you, and we would love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing

Conducting vision screening in preschool and child care facilities throughout South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). No experience in vision screening is necessary as full training is provided.
  • Direct hands-on experience working or supervising 3-6 year old children.
  • Highly effective and professional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work both in a team and individually with limited supervision.
  • Ability and knowledge in handling sensitive information.
  • Ability to communicate with parents who may be distressed in a professional manner.
  • Good computer skills including the use of excel and the willingness to learn new IT systems and programs as per the needs of the program.
  • Full NSW Driver’s licence with own transport.
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 PD2024_015 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/
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.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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 Linden Chen on linden.chen@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: 29/11/2024

To apply for this job please visit jobs.health.nsw.gov.au.

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