Guardianship Advocate & Care Coordinator

The Arc Alliance; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Alliance is seeking a Guardian Caseworker-Exempt Staff to advocate for incapacitated individuals under guardianship. You will coordinate care, ensure access to medical and mental health services, and maintain comprehensive case records in a multi-agency environment.

Role requires ability to travel 25–50% across assigned counties in Pennsylvania, obtain guardianship certification if not already held, and maintain required clearances.

Qualifications

• Guardianship certification within 1 year or current certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A college degree is preferred.
• Experience with human/social services agencies; PA MH/ID service systems is a plus.
• Current FBI, Criminal History and Child Abuse clearances will be required to time of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to drive; travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person visits to clients.
• Guide, problem solve and coordinate personal safety.
• Ensure appropriate medical and mental health services are received and maintained.
• Attend medical appointments as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date needs assessments and current goals for each ward.
• Maintain insurance coverage and safeguard wards’ assets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Arc Alliance is seeking a Guardian Caseworker-Exempt Staff to advocate for incapacitated individuals under guardianship. You will coordinate care, ensure access to medical and mental health services, and maintain comprehensive case records in a multi-agency environment.

Role requires ability to travel 25–50% across assigned counties in Pennsylvania, obtain guardianship certification if not already held, and maintain required clearances.