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Clinical Nurse - Child Protection Liaison Officer
Child Protection Unit, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville University Hospital
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Clinical Nurse - Child Protection Liaison Officer to join the team within the Child Protection Unit at the Townsville University Hospital on a Permanent Part-time basis (56 hrs pf). The Child Protection Liaison Team is located within The Townsville University Hospital, at 100 Angus Smith Drive Douglas, Qld. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV651765 |
| Closing date | 14-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Part-time, 56 hrs pf |
| Contact person | Leone Lovegrove |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 1818 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Child Protection Unit / Women's and Children's Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
About your new employer
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $54.44 to $58.30 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6 Band 1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The purpose of this role is to work as a Child Protection Liaison Officer and can provide clinical advice, consultancy and education across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) and to other government agencies to help ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Highly Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the position or working towards a relevant qualification.
- Nursing: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Highly regarded: The ability to comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care at an advanced level within a complex environment.
- Highly regarded: The ability to provide nursing leadership in the clinical and professional setting including the role modelling of effective communication and problem solving.
- Travel: Travel by light aircraft may be required.
- Driver Licence: This position requires the applicant to possess an appropriate license to operate a Class C (car) motor vehicle.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Applications
Contact: Leone Lovegrove on (07) 4433 1818.
Applications close: Thursday, 14 August 2025
Please download the Role Description.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV651765
Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
NG6-1 Clinical Nurse (Child Protection Liaision Officer) 32018414 (Word, 3.57MB)
Role Description
