Guardian – Talent Pool

• Location: Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Gosford and Wollongong
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements considered.
• A talent pool will also be created for all office locations for future temporary and permanent positions.
• Offering a competitive salary of $79,032 up to $86,539 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 and Establishment and Quality Assurance teams provide our core guardianship service across the state. 

About the role

The role of a guardian is to understand who the represented person is, what is important to them in their life, and as far as possible, make decisions that they would have made if they had decision-making ability. Guardians ensure that their customers’ welfare and interests are maintained and seek evidence to support the decision-making process.

As a Guardian you will:

• Make decisions about where a person lives, the services they receive such as personal care and therapy
• Consent to medical and dental treatment and health care
• Prepare guardianship related case reports for the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal
• Work with key stakeholder’s such as family members, health professionals and service providers to negotiate appropriate options and positive outcomes for the person.

 For more information about the position, view the role description.

About you
One of the most rewarding aspects about working for us is that at the core, our people are making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable people.

The ideal applicant will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Passionate individual who champions the rights of people with disability
• Committed to providing insightful and timely customer service, often on matters which are complex, sensitive and time critical.
• Strong communicator able to work collaboratively with key stakeholders’ peers and customers to ensure optimum outcomes.
• Ability to build strong relationships and provide customers with support on making their life decisions.
• Have a keen interest in social outcomes, justice and advocating for people, and can demonstrate high levels of empathy and emotional intelligence.

Essential requirements  

• Degree in social, health, behavioural sciences or related discipline or relevant experience
• Ability to travel throughout NSW

Sound like you? We would love to hear from you! 

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 (working from different work locations, variable start/finish times, job sharing)
• various leave options (recreation, parental, and flex leave of up to 24 days per year)
• career development including study leave and acting opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport and employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccinations

Be part of something bigger. For more information about us, visit the Careers page on our website.