Remuneration : $63.67 - $65.22 per hour + superEmployment Type : Temporary Part Time until November 2025Position Classification : Play Therapist Lvl 5Location : John Hunter Children's HospitalHours Per Week : 14Requisition ID : REQ523734Closing Date : Sunday, 10th November 2024 Where you'll be working:This position is located within the John Hunter Children's Hospital Allied Health Department. The collaborative and friendly work environment amongst the Child Life Therapists and Music and Art Therapists provides a stimulating and creative setting for one to ensure that services meet the needs of children, young people and their families. About the role:This managerial position is a job share arrangement. The staff member would help lead a growing and innovative team who provide services in the Emergency Department, Inpatient and Outpatient areas of John Hunter Children's Hospital. The role includes operational management and leadership responsibilities, alongside balancing this with clinical work. The position will be supported by the Director of Allied Health and the Manager of Community and Allied Health to ensure that they are able to achieve the managerial and leadership tasks required of them. There is ongoing availability of appropriate clinical supervision and the job-share arrangement will lead to opportunities to learn from others. About you:We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering quality care to children, young people and families experiencing acute, chronic illness and injury. The candidate would have advanced communication skills, both orally and in writing. The candidate would contribute to the positive learning environment within the multidisciplinary workforce of the Child Life, Music and Art Therapy service. We are looking for someone who has had experience working within a health setting utilising their knowledge and skills in Child Life, Music or Art Therapy. Requirements: Must hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood, primary teaching or a related field that includes two years study in child development, OR Master of Music Therapy, OR Master of Art Therapy. Eligibility to drive in NSW. What we can offer you:Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Superannuation contributions Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Sarah Smith on Information for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging : is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or 1300 40 25 23. HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn ! #J-18808-Ljbffr