Guardian

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $21.10 USD per hour

Excellent benefits package (medical,  

PTO, holidays, and float days

ALIVE Workplace: Supportive, Positive,

Diverse workplace and statewide impact

CGC accreditation after 1 year

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Guardian Conservator to carry a caseload of 35-42 individuals across the state, performing duties under MN statutes, and handling financial management and care coordination as needed.

The role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with courts, families, and a finance team to safeguard clients' interests.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with similar client populations and needs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience making clear and unbiased decisions in difficult situations.
• Excellent attention to communication, documentation and billing.
• Must pass BCA background check and MV Check (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Advocate for least restrictive options enabling full, abundant lives.
• Develop and deliver supported decision-making with individuals and families.
• Collaborate with courts, including annual reports.
• Supervise and monitor personal care and health services as needed.
• Sign legal documents such as consents and leases.
• Work with a support team to ensure appropriate living environments.
• Travel monthly to visit clients.
• Provide substitute decision-making during medical emergencies.
• Oversee financial management and assets for assigned individuals.
• Coordinate with the financial team on asset oversight.
• Serve on-call for client emergencies.

Skills

Guardianship experience

Valid driver's license

Clear and unbiased decision-making

Attention to detail and documentation

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Job Summary

As a Guardian Conservator, you will carry out the duties of a court appointed Guardian/Conservator as set forth in MN statutes, provide financial management, and/or ensure care for vulnerable adults in the Guardianship Options Program. A Guardian Conservator will carry a caseload of 35-42 individuals that typically covers a geographic region of the state.

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

• Starting wage $21.10 USD per hour - 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.

Qualifications and 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 judgment 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, have a driver's license, and complete a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR).

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