Welfare Worker

2 weeks ago

Gosford, Australia MBC Recruitment Full time

**Position**: Welfare Worker

**Start**: ASAP

**Duration**: 3 months with possible extension

**Salary**: $36.34 plus superannuation

**Location**: Parramatta or Gosford, NSW

**Overview**

We are seeking a Welfare Worker who is experienced in assisting clients with disabilities. 3-month contract role with possible extension. Start ASAP. $36.34 p/h in the Parramatta or Gosford area.

**Primary Purpose of the Position**

The 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.

**Key accountabilities/responsibilities**

Develop and implement decision making plans, procedures and activities that attempt to resolve issues facing clients.
- Conduct visits to represented people as part of the decision-making process and understanding the views, will and preference of the represented person.
- Prepare reports where necessary about or relating to guardianship cases for the Guardianship Division of NCAT.
- Provide information to the public as well as respond to enquiries by professional staff, service providers and clients.
- Make, implement and monitor decisions within delegated authority to best serve the interests of people under guardianship within legislation and procedural guidelines.
- Undertake actions mostly of an individual case related nature and conduct activities based on agreed actions plans with the guidance of their supervisor and the Regional Manager.

**Essential Criteria**
- Reference checks
- National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
- Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012
- Rights to Work in Australia

Job Code: 1523

Recruitment - Parramatta or Gosford, NSW

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