Organisation : NSW Trustee & Guardian
Location : NSW Regional, Sydney (Sydney, Parramatta & Wollongong. Flexible and remote working options available.)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Support Services, Disabilities, Families, Government
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : AUD $87,493.00 to $96,540.00 per year
Application closing date : 3 Apr, 2022
About the organisation
At NSW Trustee & Guardian, we protect, promote and support the rights, dignity, choices and wishes of our customers. Whether we are writing a Will, acting as an executor, attorney, trustee, guardian or financial manager, we are here for critical moments in our customers' lives. Join our dedicated NSW Government agency and make a difference in the lives of over 47,000 people each year.
About the role
- Ongoing and temporary full-time vacancies. 35 hours per week.
- Location: Sydney metropolitan, Western Sydney metropolitan and Southern region. Flexible and remote working options available.
- Clerk Grade: 5/6. Base salary $87,493 to $96,540 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
About the team
The Public Guardian can be appointed by a court or tribunal to make health and lifestyle decisions for people who are unable to on their own, or with support. These include decisions such as where a person might live, their medical and dental treatment, health care, and other services. It also provides information and support to private and enduring guardians, service providers and the wider community. Service Delivery teams provide our core guardianship service across the state.
About the role
A Senior Guardian is responsible for the delivery of Guardianship services to achieve the best possible outcomes for people with disabilities consistent with the Principles of the Guardianship Act, the Public Guardian’s Standards and for undertaking individual and systemic advocacy as required. A Senior Guardian is supervised by a Principal Guardian and reports to the Regional Manager.
We have several ongoing and temporary roles available based in Sydney, Parramatta and Wollongong.
For more information about the position, please view the Role Description.
About you
The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of community resources, disability issues and changes in the sector. You will also have experience in developing and implementing decision-making plans and procedures, including preparing reports and recommendations to a variety of audiences. Your ability to engage with a wide variety of people and at times negotiate difficult matters will enable you to achieve the best possible outcome for the persons under guardianship.
Sound like you? Apply now!
Essential requirements
- Degree in social, health, behavioural sciences or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Available to travel throughout NSW.
Our commitment to diversity
Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTI community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
What we offer
NSW Trustee & Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose. Other benefits of joining us include:
- Work-life balance with flexible work options including flex leave
- Leave options including 14 weeks’ parental or adoption leave
- Career development including study leave
- Fitness Passport
Be part of something bigger. For more about joining us, visit the Careers page on our website.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Senior Guardian via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services, #Disabilities, #Families, #Government
