Guardian

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota • Bemidji, MN

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. The organization values trustworthiness and offers an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) with careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. As a Guardian Conservator, you will fulfill the duties of a court-appointed Guardian/Conservator as outlined in MN statutes. This includes providing financial management and/or ensuring care for vulnerable adults within the Guardianship Options Program. The role involves managing a caseload of 35-42 individuals, typically within a specific geographic region of the state.

Requirements

• Two years of experience with similar client populations and needs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Previous lived experience in making clear and unbiased thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement regarding best interest of client, major financial transactions, and life & death situations.
• Extreme detail attention to communications, accurate and timely documentation, and billings.
• Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study.
• Must complete a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR).
• Employer-sponsored accreditation through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC) must be obtained after one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals for least restrictive life choices that enable them to live full and abundant lives.
• Work with individuals and families in the development and service delivery of supported decision-making.
• Work closely with courts, including annual reports.
• Supervise and monitor client personal and health care. This can include authorizing medical, therapy, treatment, support, vocational, and other services.
• Sign legal documents - such as consents, admissions, and lease agreements.
• Work as a member of a support team to ensure appropriate living environment and services.
• Travel to visit clients at least monthly.
• Provide substitute decision-making regarding medical emergencies and other sudden changes in client's situation.
• Be responsible for the financial management and oversight of individuals assigned to them.
• Work with financial team to oversee financial assets.
• Be a member of an on-call schedule for client emergencies.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $43,888 - based on experience.
• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.
• Generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and three float days.
• Opportunities to continue professional development.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!
• A diverse workplace.
• An outstanding reputation.
• Access to a statewide support network.
• Employer-sponsored accreditation through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC) - must be obtained after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees