StEPS Vision Screener

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
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: REQ477092Sydney 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 permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

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 Eastern Suburbs and South-Eastern Sydney Local Health District. The role is a permanent part time position of 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 doingConducting 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, to assist in preparing your application.Please refer to the Application Guide and for vaccination requirements.All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA).Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.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 WebsiteNSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with theApplicants 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?
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For role related queries or questions contact Linden Chen on linden.chen@health.nsw.gov.auIf 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 onFor technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.Applications Close: 7/04/2024