Guardianship Director

Caring Connection•Benton Harbor, MI

About The Position

The Guardianship Director oversees Caring Connection Guardianship (CCG) services for clients and wards for whom the courts have appointed CCG as payee, guardian, or conservator. The director carries out and oversees court-appointed responsibilities, including fiscal management of clients’ and wards’ assets, advocacy, required visits and contact, court testimony, and coordination with community agencies. The role manages all CCG Case Managers and interfaces with the CFO on fiscal matters. The director leads program development, supervises and trains team members, contributes to budgeting and grant or contract work, and participates in community outreach. Program responsibilities include attending care meetings and court hearings, maintaining timely records and reports, monitoring Medicaid redeterminations and spend-downs, authorizing medical treatment and medications, linking clients to services and appropriate placements, managing investments and property where applicable, and arranging the on-call phone rotation. A bachelor’s degree or BSW is required; an MSW is preferred. Candidates need 1–2 years of prior experience, strong organizational and writing skills, the ability to work with diverse clients and community systems, knowledge of community resources and Michigan Probate laws, and the ability to use technology and program-specific applications. A valid driver’s license, working vehicle, and current vehicle insurance are required. Employment is subject to required Michigan clearances, a drug and alcohol screen, a negative TB test, and a background check meeting the stated conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or BSW required; MSW preferred.
1–2 years of prior experience.
Ability to complete multiple duties and tasks correctly and on time without prompting.
Ability to use information technology, including the internet, social media, and Microsoft Office Suite products.
Ability to learn and use program-specific computer applications.
Ability to work with team members and others to research, plan, and implement initiatives to develop new and existing services.
Excellent organizational and writing skills.
Ability to work with a diverse population of clients and community systems.
Knowledge of community resources.
Knowledge of Michigan Probate laws.
Valid driver’s license, working motor vehicle, and proof of current vehicle insurance.
Must successfully pass a State of Michigan LIEN Check and Central Registry Clearance.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
Negative TB test upon hire, with follow-up TB tests as required by Caring Connection policy.
Background check with no recent felony convictions and no abuse or neglect convictions.

Nice To Haves

MSW.

Responsibilities

Carry out agency care and monitoring requirements for clients and wards for whom CCG has been appointed payee, guardian, or conservator.
Oversee court-appointed fiscal responsibilities and manage clients’ and wards’ assets.
Advocate for clients and wards and provide testimony and required visitation and oversight.
Manage all CCG Case Managers and coordinate with the CFO on fiscal matters.
Lead team members in implementing program strategies and identify opportunities to expand services.
Serve on agency and community committees as assigned.
Assist with recruiting and hiring team members; mentor and train them; oversee required annual training; hold regular meetings; coach, counsel, discipline, and evaluate team members.
Reconcile team members’ attendance records after each pay period.
Assist with preparing the annual operating budget and ensure monthly expenses remain within budget.
Assist with grant and contract applications and follow-up reports, and participate in fundraising events as assigned.
Participate in professional associations and community collaborative committees; attend agency annual and special events.
Attend required meetings, including annual care conferences and other client or ward care meetings.
Follow Probate law, contract, and best-practice guidelines for home visits and personal contact.
Arrange funerals as necessary.
Complete agency and contractual paperwork promptly, keep records current, and provide documentation showing services are delivered on time.
Attend court hearings and be prepared to testify when necessary.
Monitor Medicaid redeterminations and spend-downs and complete annual guardianship reports on time.
Provide authorizations for medical treatment and consent for medications as needed.
Link clients and wards to services and arrange appropriate placements in the least restrictive environment.
Advocate for clients’ and wards’ needs as guardian and conservator.
Understand and manage investments, annuities, and certificates of deposit.
As conservator, manage property maintenance and sale when necessary.
Schedule the on-call phone rotation.
Perform other duties as assigned.