This is a Pool process with permanent and/or fixed term, full time opportunities.
People with a decision-making disability are vulnerable to abuse and neglect. Would you like to work in a role which enables you to protect some of these vulnerable adults? If you are interested in promoting the best interests of this group, this may be the position for you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Investigator Advocate you will work in an area of law that seeks to protect vulnerable adults with decision-making disabilities from possible financial or personal abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Your role will involve investigating applications for guardianship and administration – including exploring allegations of abuse and neglect, and gathering information to assist in determining if a person needs someone to be appointed to make their decisions.
You will also have a role in investigating referrals to the Public Advocate that a member of the community is at risk of exploitation due to a possible decision-making disability. This will involve gathering information from family and support services to identify if a person is at risk, and what interventions may be necessary to ensure their well-being.
You will be required to write reports and provide verbal advocacy on behalf of persons at hearings of the State Administrative Tribunal with a focus on promoting the person’s best interests while ensuring any intervention is the least restrictive to the person’s rights.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for people who:
- have the capacity to manage a diverse caseload
- have an ability to analyse information from varying sources and where parties may have conflicting views and interests
- present analysis in concise written reports which include recommendations about the need for guardianship and/or administration
- are able to present verbal advocacy for the best interests of people with a decision-making disability even where some parties disagree with your recommendations.
Our team includes people with diverse professional backgrounds including people with experience in financial services, social work, aged care and the disability sector. The role of an Investigator Advocate can provide an opportunity to apply your skills in a different environment and under a different legislative framework.
ABOUT JUSTICE
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees and;
- A statement no more than four (4) pages addressing the five (5), following Work Related Requirements.
Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Knowledge of personal, medical, lifestyle and financial management issues, including abuse, as they affect people with decision-making disabilities
- Demonstrated ability to work with delegated responsibility and to interpret, apply and comply with legislation.
- Well developed analytical and research and problem solving skills with the ability to make recommendations.
- Knowledge of community based services for people with decision-making disabilities.
- Good communication skills including report writing, oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with people with sensitive personal and family issues.
All remaining Work Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Candidate Search
If required we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Debra Casey on (08) 9278 7355 for a confidential discussion.
Additionally, an information session will be held to provide an opportunity to speak with experienced staff and ask questions about the role and recruitment process, if you wish to attend please send us notification of your interest to attend by clicking the below link:
Wednesday, 1 May 2024, 5:00pm – 6:00pm, Virtual Meeting via Microsoft Teams
Register Interest
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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