Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ584354
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Violence Abuse and Neglect Service, Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD.
The Medical Lead - Child and Adolescent Safety Paediatrician (CASP) is to provide clinical and strategic leadership to support holistic, child protection medical and forensic responses within the district. The role is expected to provide some direct clinical care for children experiencing sexual assault, physical abuse, neglect and/or domestic violence.
Applicants should be a Fellow of the Australian/Australasian College of Physicians/General Practitioners and/or have other specialist qualifications such as Sexual Health, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Emergency Medicine, Forensic Medicine or equivalent, as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
The position is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Medical Practitioner to join a dynamic and supportive team responsible for the provision of contemporary and comprehensive specialist services and clinical leadership to ensure optimal outcomes for individuals experiencing sexual assault.
This role will oversee the organisation and delivery of quality medical and forensic services, including recruitment of medical and forensic examiners and facilitation of training, supervision and professional development of the Medical Forensic team.
In undertaking a Staff Specialist role the successful applicant will also have access to clinical support time to undertake appropriate non-clinical duties and further their professional development and personal goals in this important area of work.
Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, which are collectively expected to grow from the current approximate 300,000 to 450,000 population before 2030. The Local Health District has strong connections with both Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
For enquiries about the position please contact Donna Curtis, phone 4320 3747 or email [email protected]
Applications are accepted via credential ONLY. To apply click here and follow the Registration/Login process, Create/Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4320 3009.
The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.
Applications will not be accepted via agencies.
- Registered Medical Practitioner with recognised specialist qualifications such as Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners and/or other equivalent specialist recognition such as Forensic Medicine, Sexual Health, Obstetrics/Gynaecology or Women’s Health. (Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.)
- Appropriate knowledge and clinical experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in child abuse and neglect, sexual assault or domestic violence.
- Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and experience in initiating and implementing changes to improve clinical service delivery and outcomes, models of care, evidence based practice and practice development.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills, advanced communication skills and ability to work constructively and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and with a wide range of stakeholders
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to respond and advocate for patients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and provide clinical supervision including the ability to provide education, vision and research would be viewed favourably.
- Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours which align with the NSW Health CORE values and CCLHD Values and behaviours charter, and how it applies to the Prevention and Response to Violence Abuse and Neglect Framework (NSW Health – PARVAN Framework)
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Applications Close: 2 July 2025
