Public Guardian Representative

Government of Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Government of Alberta’s Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee seeks a Public Guardian Representative in Calgary. You will work with vulnerable adults, coordinate case conferences, review guardianship applications, and make decisions in the adult's best interests.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 36.25 hours per week. Final candidates undergo security screening; occasional evening/weekend commitments may apply. A related degree (2+ years) or Master of Social Work is required.

Qualifications

• Related university degree with a minimum 2 years directly related experience working with Represented Adults.
• Master of Social Work; no experience required.
• Related diploma and 3 years related experience.
• Related certificate and 4 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Review guardianship, trusteeship, and co-decision-making applications, including reviewing applications, meeting with proposed represented or assisted adults, completing reference checks, and preparing Review Officer Reports for the Court.
• Make and document delegated personal, non-financial decisions under different pieces of legislation, including the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act, Personal Directives Act, and Mental Health Act.
• Work with represented adults, families, and support networks to gather information, understand each adult’s needs, and make decisions in the adult’s best interests.
• Be skilled at coordinating and participating in case conferences to engage clients, keep families and other stakeholders informed, and create opportunities that allow clients to have meaningful input into their plans.
• Be well-versed in negotiating case management plans; reviewing and determining suitable community services to assist clients with complex needs.
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Drive a positive workplace culture.
• Adapt to a flexible schedule – occasional public presentations/meetings in the evening and on weekends.
• Be willing to participate in an on call/after-hours rotation (approximately one week per year).

Skills

Collaboration

Negotiation

Communication

Interviewing

Judgment

Advocacy

Education

Related university degree

Master of Social Work

Related diploma

Related certificate

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Job Information
Job Title:Public Guardian Representative
Job Requisition ID:86347
Ministry:Assisted Living and Social Services
Location:Calgary
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date: September 1, 2026
Classification: Human Services Worker 5
Salary: $2,872.21 to $3,712.88 bi-weekly ($74,965 - $96,906/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, continuing care, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. For more information on the ALSS Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services

The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) provides essential support for individuals who are not able to make personal or financial decisions. It offers guardianship and trusteeship services, administers estates, and manages benefits. OPGT also oversees capacity assessments, investigates complaints regarding decision-makers, and provides guidance on advance planning and personal directives. For more information on OPGT, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/opgt-supports

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for a role where you can actively make a difference in the lives of vulnerable Albertans? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment? The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee is currently seeking a Public Guardian Representative for Calgary.

OPGT provides guardianship services from offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, and North and South Regional offices. Our dynamic team of professionals are committed to making quality decisions on behalf of vulnerable adults within an assigned caseload.

As a Public Guardian Representative, you must:

• Review Officer function for guardianship, trusteeship, and co-decision-making applications, including reviewing applications, meeting with proposed represented or assisted adults, completing reference checks, and preparing Review Officer Reports for the Court.
• Make and document delegated personal, non-financial decisions under different pieces of legislation, including the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act, Personal Directives Act, and Mental Health Act.
• Work with represented adults, families, and support networks to gather information, understand each adult’s needs, and make decisions in the adult’s best interests.
• Be skilled at coordinating and participating in case conferences to engage clients, keep families and other stakeholders informed, and create opportunities that allow clients to have meaningful input into their plans.
• Be well-versed in negotiating case management plans; reviewing and determining suitable community services to assist clients with complex needs.
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Drive a positive workplace culture.
• Adapt to a flexible schedule – occasional public presentations/meetings in the evening and on weekends.
• Be willing to participate in an on call/after-hours rotation (approximately one week per year).

As the successful candidate, you will possess:

• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, as documentation and communication with physicians, allied health professionals, legal partners, and the judicial system are a daily part of this role.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, mediation, and conflict resolution skills in complex and sensitive situations.
• An ability to develop and maintain positive workplace relationships
• Strong research and advocacy skills

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

You will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:

• Build Collaborative Environments to manage relationships in order to work towards a common goal
• Agility to quickly adapt to changing priorities and to respond with effective decisions
• Creative Problem Solving to be proactive in identifying solutions and focusing on continuous improvement
• Systems Thinking to recognize the broader impact of your work and to be able to understand broader goals.
• Develop Networks to proactively build networks, connect and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders

Qualifications

• Related university degree with a minimum 2 years directly related experience working with Represented Adults
• Master of Social Work, no experience required.
• Related diploma and 3 years related experience.
• Related certificate and 4 years related experience.

Other Requirements

• Experience working with the vulnerable sector.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Cover letter demonstrating how your education and experience relate to this role.

Assets

• Experience working in a front-line case management role (e.g., income support, AISH, PDD, Children’s Services, etc.).
• Experience interacting with community service providers, health providers, the justice system and other government agencies.
• Experience working with vulnerable adults such as persons with dementia, severe and persistent psychiatric disorders, developmental disabilities, and acquired brain injury.
• Experience providing service delivery in accordance with the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act, the Personal Directives Act or the Mental Health Act, and associated regulations and policies.
• Experience working with court procedures.
  

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance