• Ongoing full-time vacancy. 35 hours per week
• Location: Wollongong. Flexible and agile working options available
• Clerk Grade 7/8. Base salary $99,431 p.a. to $110,064 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
• Creation of a talent pool to fill future ongoing or temporary roles in the following locations -  Wollongong, Sydney, Parramatta or Gosford 

About us

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 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.

About the role

Our Principal Guardians work to uphold the human rights of the people we represent through decision making and advocacy with the aim of achieving the best outcome available. In this role, you will work with a range of people we represent who have a variety of needs and at times complex situations.  As a Principal Guardian, you will be involved in matters where there may be family conflict, divergent opinions as to the person’s well-being or conflicts of interests about what should occur.  

The role is responsible for the coaching and mentoring of senior guardians & guardians and providing advice for more complex cases. You will be responsible for developing and implementing decisions for represented people, including preparing reports and recommendations to a variety of audiences.

This role requires you to participate up to four times a year in an after-hours weekly roster. The roster includes being on call on a weekend: Friday 5.00pm-Monday 9.00 am as well as weekdays Monday-Friday 5.00 pm-9.00 am.

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

About you

Application is encouraged if you have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective engagement and the ability to adapt your communication for a range of needs
• A positive attitude with the ability to manage a caseload
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• A self-starter who can work both collaboratively and independently
• Strong leadership skills to mentor, coach and support staff
• A good understanding of relevant legislation: Guardianship Act 1987 (NSW), the Mental Health Act 2007 (NSW), the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth) and the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) 

Sound like you? Apply now!

Essential requirements

• Degree or the equivalent experience in social, health, behavioural sciences or relevant experience.
• Available to travel throughout NSW and to undertake after hours work on a rotational basis.

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

To apply for this role:

• complete the online application
• submit a resume (maximum five pages) and brief cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability
• answer the following targeted questions (maximum two pages):

1. Please outline your skills and relevant experience and how it would relate to the work the Public Guardian does and to support the people we represent.
2. Can you explain your own experience coaching and supporting staff; drawing distinctions between the value of both formal and informal supervision.

Read: writing your job application for tips with the application process.

For enquiries about the role, please contact Lisa Shapiro, A/Regional Manager Service Delivery on 1300 076 694 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Principal Guardian - NSW Trustee & Guardian - Wollongong enquiry via EthicalJobs

For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact Sheena Cabe Talent Advisor on [email protected].

Do not send your applications directly via email. Only applications submitted via the online portal will be accepted. 

Please note:

• If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process or workplace, please let us know.
• Offers of employment will be subject to reference checks and relevant clearances.
• A talent pool may be created for future ongoing, temporary and part-time roles, and is valid for 18-months.
• All candidates applying for this role must comply with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, have an up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination status and be able to provide acceptable proof. Further information about vaccination requirements will be provided to successful candidates and is also available via email request to [email protected].