Guardianship Program Assistant Director

Seminole Tribe of Florida Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Tribe of Florida is seeking a Guardianship Assistant Director to assist the Health and Human Services Executive Director in administering and overseeing guardianship and conservatorship activities for Tribal Members. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with policy, and travel as needed to reserves and facilities.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work or related field, an active Florida LCSW, and at least seven years in social services with supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Florida LCSW license required.
• Minimum 7 years in social services with supervisory experience.
• Experience in guardianship/conservatorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist HHS Executive Director in administering and overseeing guardianship programs.
• Oversee guardianship and conservatorship activities for Tribal Members.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with STOF policies and procedures.
• Travel to Seminole Reservations and facilities as required.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft software and related tools.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Florida LCSW license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The incumbent in this position is responsible for assisting the Health and Human Services (HHS) Executive Director in administering and oversight of the overall operations and delivery services of the community-based Guardianship programs designed to support the needs of Seminole Tribal Members. The Guardianship Assistant Director assists the HHS Executive Director with the administration of the guardianship and conservatorship activities of the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s members. The individual assists with the management and oversight of Tribal Member client’s affairs, including their personal and medical care and well-being, legal custody, and/or control of the property/finances. The Guardianship Assistant Director acts in a legal Guardian capacity representing incapacitated client’s affairs as long as the incumbent serves in the position of the Guardianship Assistant Director. The incumbent oversees and supervises all staff ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local and STOF policies and procedures.

Master’s degree in Social Work or similar field is required. Florida State License as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is required. A minimum of seven (7) years working in social services, child and family advocacy, case management, or foster care field with supervisory capacity experience is required. An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be consider. Prior experience working in areas related to guardianship and conservatorship is preferred. Child Welfare certification is highly preferred. Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License and able to travel to all Seminole Reservations and other facilities, is required. Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Microsoft software packages. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.