Senior Investigations Officer , Office Of The Public Guardian

Key Responsibilities
• Undertake investigations relating to allegations of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation, or the appropriateness and adequacy of decision making arrangements of adults with impaired decision-making capacity, under relevant legislation and in line with relevant policies, practices and procedures.
This may include:
o Providing advice to attorneys, administrators and other informal decision makers regarding their responsibilities in making decision for adults with impaired decision making capacity,
o Negotiating situations with high levels of conflict to reach informal and formal outcomes,
o Preparing comprehensive investigations reports, making recommendations for protective action and preparing materials for applications to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT),
o Appearing before QCAT or other relevant tribunals/courts as required.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with team members, contribute to a multidisciplinary workplace and actively participate in team planning and performance improvement processes.
• Actively engage, build rapport and foster collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders including assisting in professional development opportunities to educate about the work of the team and role of the Office of the Public Guardian more generally.
• Ensure all work complies with record keeping and reporting requirements and meets all other corporate and professional responsibilities.
Applicants who hold an investigations qualification, such as a Diploma or Certificate III or IV in Government Investigations, or who have well developed experience in conducting government investigations will be well regarded.
Possession of a C class driver's licence is a mandatory requirement for this role as travel is required to attend meetings and visits in a range of locations that are often not accessible by alternative means.
This role requires travel throughout the state of Queensland, including overnight stays where necessary.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.