Safeguarding & Risk Advisor - Disability Services (APS6)

Talent Corp; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Corp is recruiting a Safeguarding & Risk Advisor (APS6) for a Federal Government Agency, based in Geelong (Hybrid). The role covers risk assessment, specialist safeguarding advice, and short-term case management for participants in sensitive circumstances.

The position requires Australian citizenship, full-time hours, and an initial contract from January 2027 to 31 December 2027, with potential extension. Occasional travel to Geelong and Melbourne is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding, complex case management, disability services, risk assessment or related fields.
• Excellent written communication skills, especially clear, defensible advice.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to navigate sensitive conversations.
• Sound judgement interpreting legislation, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess complex and sensitive participant circumstances to identify safeguarding risks.
• Provide specialist written and verbal advice on complex safeguarding matters.
• Support urgent and short-term interventions using a case management approach.
• Guide staff on safeguarding options, support pathways and risk management.
• Work with stakeholders to coordinate responses and resolve complex issues.
• Apply legislation, policies and procedures to support evidence-based decisions.
• Coach and mentor colleagues and contribute to safeguarding practice improvements.

Skills

Risk assessment

Safeguarding

Complex case management

Stakeholder engagement

CRM usage

Microsoft Office

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safeguarding & Risk Advisor - Disability Services (APS6)

Safeguarding & Risk Advisor - Disability Services (APS6)

Our client is a large values-focused Federal Government Agency seeking experienced Safeguarding & Risk Advisors to provide specialist advice, risk assessment and safeguarding support for participants experiencing complex or sensitive circumstances.

This is an opportunity to work within a national safeguarding function, helping identify and manage risks of harm, support staff navigating complex cases and coordinate practical interventions to improve participant safety and wellbeing.

*Official position title: APS6 Planner*

ROLE DETAILS:

Location: Geelong VIC (Hybrid) - will consider Melbourne applicants who are willing to travel to Geelong 2 days per week
Contract: Initial term from January 2027 to 31 December 2027, with extension potential
Hours: Full-time, 7.5hrsper day
Rate: $61.86 per hour + super
Eligibility: Australian Citizenship required
Checks: Baseline security clearance desirable but not essential
Applications close: Thursday 12 November

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You’ll work within a specialist team supporting staff and participants through complex safeguarding matters, including situations involving potential or actual harm.

The role combines risk assessment, specialised advice, stakeholder engagement and short-term case management. You’ll use sound judgement to identify risks, recommend appropriate interventions and support decisions in line with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess complex and sensitive participant circumstances to identify safeguarding risks.
• Provide specialist written and verbal advice on complex safeguarding matters.
• Support urgent and short-term interventions using a case management approach.
• Guide staff on safeguarding options, support pathways and risk management.
• Work with stakeholders to coordinate responses and resolve complex issues.
• Apply legislation, policies and procedures to support evidence-based decisions.
• Coach and mentor colleagues and contribute to improvements in safeguarding practices.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Strong experience assessing complex cases, identifying risks and providing evidence-based recommendations.
• Experience in safeguarding, complex case management, disability services, risk assessment or related fields.
• Excellent written communication skills, particularly preparing clear, defensible advice.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to navigate sensitive conversations.
• Sound judgement when interpreting legislation, policies and operational procedures.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously in a complex environment.
• Confidence using CRM, case management and Microsoft Office systems.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• Understanding of NDIS legislation, participant safeguarding and risk management practices.
• Experience using PACE or similar participant planning/case management systems.
• Experience developing operational guidance, procedures or training materials.
• Background in disability, community services, safeguarding or government service delivery.