Guardian

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota • Moorhead, MN

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About The Position

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. The Guardian Conservator carries out the responsibilities of a court-appointed Guardian/Conservator under Minnesota statutes, provides financial management, and/or ensures care for vulnerable adults in the Guardianship Options Program.

The role carries a caseload of 35–42 individuals, typically across a geographic region of Minnesota. The Guardian Conservator advocates for individuals’ least restrictive life choices, works with individuals and families on supported decision-making, coordinates with courts and support teams, oversees personal, health care, and financial matters, and responds to client emergencies. The position includes monthly client visits and participation in an on-call schedule.

Requirements

• Two years of experience with similar client populations and needs.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Previous lived experience in making clear and unbiased decisions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding clients’ best interests, major financial transactions, and life-and-death situations.
• Exceptional attention to detail in communications, accurate and timely documentation, and billings.
• Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and complete a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Advocate for individuals’ least restrictive life choices that enable them to live full and abundant lives.
• Work with individuals and families to develop and deliver supported decision-making.
• Work closely with courts, including completing annual reports.
• Supervise and monitor clients’ personal and health care, including 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 environments and services.
• Travel to visit clients at least monthly.
• Provide substitute decision-making regarding medical emergencies and other sudden changes in clients’ situations.
• Manage and oversee the finances of assigned individuals.
• Work with the financial team to oversee financial assets.
• Participate in an on-call schedule for client emergencies.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Other ancillary plans
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Three float days
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• Employer-sponsored accreditation through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC), which must be obtained after one year of employment
• Statewide support network

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed