Senior Guardian x 7

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Senior Guardian x 7 to work for a NSW Government client based in Wollongong. This is a 4-month contract with a view to being extended. The role is paying between $45 to 58 per hour + Super.

Hours – 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week

***Please note that suitable candidates would hold any Allied health degree with relevant disability, aged care and mental health experience. Candidates with case management experience tend to do well in this role. Location: The role is located all over NSW, with preference to the Wollongong area.

The primary purpose of the role

Deliver quality guardianship services to our customers, with the aim of achieving the best possible outcomes for people with disabilities, consistent with the Principles of the Guardianship Act, the Public Guardian’s Standards, through individual and systemic advocacy.

Key accountabilities

• Develop and implement decision-making plans, maintain accurate customer records, and undertake individual and systemic advocacy to achieve positive outcomes for our customers.
• Prepare accurate reports, submissions and recommendations to senior officers and the Public Guardian on issues within delegated authority. Prepare well-reasoned reports to the Guardianship Division of the NSW
• Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) on relevant matters and attending hearings where required.
• Make decisions in line with policies, within the Senior Guardian delegation level and authority from the Guardianship Division, to best serve the interests of our customers.
• Supervise and assist Guardians and support staff, including providing support, advice and direction in relation to complex cases and customer situations. Review and approve reports of Guardians.
• Collaborate with a range of professionals, staff, families, carers and other relevant persons on complex or contentious matters.
• Conduct visits to people represented by the Public Guardian in line with the Guardianship Standards.
• Develop knowledge and experience of local services and key support infrastructure in relation to guardianship matters.

Essential requirements

• Degree in social, health, behavioural sciences or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Available to travel throughout NSW.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 02 8240 9596 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.