Guardian: Advocate for Rights with Flexible Hours

Department of Justice; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career pathway opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Office of the Public Advocate in WA seeks dedicated individuals to join its Guardianship program within the Department of Justice. Guardians support adults with decision‑making disabilities, attending hearings and making informed decisions with delegated responsibility.

The role requires strong analytical, research and negotiation skills, plus high‑level communication to engage with families and service networks.

Qualifications

• Eligibility requires Australian citizenship or permanent resident status.
• Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Current motor vehicle driver's licence for country travel and on‑call duties after hours.

Skills

Shapes and Manages Strategy

Achieve Results

Builds Productive Relationships

Exemplifies Personal Integrity

High-level Communication Skills

Delegated Responsibility

Analytical Research & Problem Solving

Community‑based Services Networking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences or related fields

Job description

Office of the Public Advocate in WA seeks dedicated individuals to join its Guardianship program within the Department of Justice. Guardians support adults with decision‑making disabilities, attending hearings and making informed decisions with delegated responsibility.

The role requires strong analytical, research and negotiation skills, plus high‑level communication to engage with families and service networks.