Public Guardian Representative

Government of Alberta•Red Deer, AB

4d•CA$74,965 - CA$96,906•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, continuing care, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) provides essential support for individuals that are not able to make personal or financial decisions. It offers guardianship and trusteeship services, administers estates, and manages benefits. OPGT also oversees capacity assessments, investigates complaints regarding decision-makers, and provides guidance on advance planning and personal directives. The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee is currently seeking a Public Guardian Representative for Red Deer. OPGT provides guardianship services from offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, and North and South Regional offices. Our dynamic team of professionals are committed to making quality decisions on behalf of vulnerable adults within an assigned caseload.

Requirements

Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills
Effective oral and writing skills – documentation and communication with physicians, allied health professionals and with all aspects of the judicial system is a daily part of this role
Strong interviewing and assessment skills
Outstanding problem-solving, mediation, and conflict resolutions skills
An ability to develop and maintain positive workplace relationships
Strong research and advocacy skills
Bachelor of Social Work with some directly related experience working with represented adults.
Experience working with the vulnerable sector.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Cover letter demonstrating how your education and experience relate to this role.

Nice To Haves

Master of Social Work, no experience required.
Related university degree and 2 years related experience.
Related diploma and 3 years related experience.
Related certificate and 4 years related experience.
Experience working in a front-line case management role (e.g., income support, AISH, PDD, Children’s Services, etc.).
Experience interacting with community service providers, health providers, the justice system and other government agencies.
Experience working with vulnerable adults such as persons with dementia, severe and persistent psychiatric disorders, developmental disabilities, and acquired brain injury.
Experience providing service delivery in accordance with the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act, the Personal Directives Act or the Mental Health Act, and associated regulations and policies.
Experience working with court procedures.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and their supports in order to make decisions in their best interests.
Be skilled at coordinating and participating in case conferences in order to engage clients, keep families and other stakeholders informed, and create opportunities that allow clients to have meaningful input into their plans.
Be well-versed in negotiating case management plans; reviewing and determining suitable community services to assist clients with complex needs.
Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
Perform the Review Officer function for court applications.
Drive a positive workplace culture.
Adapt to a flexible schedule – occasional public presentations/meetings in the evening and on weekends.
Be willing to participate in an on-call/after-hours rotation (approximately one week per year).