NSW Government

StEPS Vision Screener - Wollongong

🔍 Randwick, Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick | Sydney

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The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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REQ568590 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Tech Assist Gde 2
Remuneration: 61889.52 - 64260 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging) 
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ568590

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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Additional information 
  • An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

Do you have a passion for making a positive impact in your community, particularly in the lives of young children? The Sydney Children’s Hospital Network and the Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening (StEPS) program are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Vision Screener to join our Illawarra team.
In this rewarding permanent part-time role (8 hours per week), you will be responsible for providing vision screening services to preschool children throughout the Illawarra-Shoalhaven Local Health District, primarily in Wollongong and surrounding suburbs. Your typical work schedule will involve two 4-hour shifts per week, generally between 9am and 1pm (with some flexibility), offering a great work-life balance as you travel to various preschools and childcare facilities.
The ideal candidate will bring a genuine desire to contribute positively to children's health and well-being. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to engage effectively with both children and families. We are looking for individuals with strong personal values, including honesty, self-direction, organisation, and respect, who also possess enthusiasm for working independently and adapting to fast paced and varied daily environments.
Candidates must hold a valid NSW Drivers’ Licence with your own vehicle. Comprehensive training will be provided – no prior vision screening experience is necessary!
**Please note: This position is based in the Wollongong area and surrounding suburbs.

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.
  1. Direct hands-on experience working or supervising 3-6 year old children.
  2. Highly effective and professional written and verbal communication skills.
  3. Proven ability to work both in a team and individually with limited supervision.
  4. Ability and knowledge in handling sensitive information.
  5. Ability to communicate with parents who may be distressed in a professional manner.
  6. 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.
  7. Full NSW Driver’s licence with own transport.


For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes. 

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: 3/05/2025

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