Planner - Safeguarding Advisory Team

About the role

A national Safeguarding Advisory Team is recruiting experienced Planners to support people with disability through specialised safeguarding advice, risk assessment and intervention support. The role sits within a federal government agency and involves assessing complex participant circumstances, identifying risks and giving advice to staff managing high-risk matters. The contract runs from January until 31 December 2027, with potential to extend, and pays $61.86 per hour plus super.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake risk identification and assessment of complex and sensitive participant situations.
• Provide specialised written and verbal safeguarding advice to staff managing high-risk matters.
• Facilitate discussions and support decision-making on safeguarding concerns.
• Work directly with participants needing urgent, short-term safeguarding interventions.
• Liaise with external agencies and authorities to coordinate safeguarding responses.
• Coach and mentor colleagues and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Assist with quality improvement, process enhancement and service delivery outcomes.
• Manage competing priorities while keeping accurate documentation and records.

Required profile

• Experience in complex case management, safeguarding, risk, disability, health, human services or social support.
• Experience interpreting legislation, policies and procedures.
• Baseline security clearance (AGSVA) or ability to obtain it, and an NDIS Worker Screening Check or ability to obtain it.
• Australian citizenship.

Required skills

• Analytical and critical thinking, with strong written and verbal communication.
• Stakeholder engagement and ability to manage sensitive conversations.
• Autonomous work and strong organisational skills.
• Desirable: knowledge of the disability services legislative environment, planning processes, CRM systems, and experience writing operational guidance or training materials.

What we offer

• Potential career progression within the federal government agency.
• Hybrid and flexible working, weekly pay cycle.
• Diverse and inclusive team culture with a fast-paced environment.

Candidates apply through the recruiter by submitting their resume; shortlisting may begin early.