CNS 2 Child and Family Health, Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting

Selection Criteria:

1. Current Nursing registration National Registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA), and relevant postgraduate qualifications related to the specialty area of Child and Family Health, with at least 3 years recent clinical experience working with children and their families or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate.
2. Demonstrated understanding of and experience providing evidence-based health promotion, assessment, prevention and early intervention services to children and their families, particularly those experiencing vulnerabilities.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage complex clinical care and service delivery issues and problem solve through the development of clinical management plans in consultation with health and social services.
4. Demonstrated ability to exercise extended autonomy of decision-making, and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and within an interagency context to provide high quality integrated care to children and families.
5. Demonstrated skills in the development and facilitation of parent/carer and staff education in health settings as required.
6. Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, the ability to negotiate and problem solve; and the capacity to collaborate with and influence health professionals.
7. Detailed knowledge and understanding of harm minimisation and evidence of leadership in safety and quality innovation.
8. Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

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For role related queries or questions contact Samantha Rennie on Samantha.Rennie@health.nsw.gov.au

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Reasonable Adjustments:

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-PaCH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. 

Information For Applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website