Guardianship Specialist

Watertownchamber; Watertown, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Full benefits available for full time

Job summary

Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a Guardianship Specialist to advocate for adults needing support with personal, medical, and financial decisions. Based in Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge, and Waukesha counties, you will work from on-site offices in WI with travel within the service area.

A bachelor’s degree is required; drive a must, and prior social services experience is preferred. The role emphasizes compassionate, professional care for wards and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required for this position.
• Social work experience: 1 year (Required).
• Human Services experience: 2 years (Required).
• Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personal needs are met with care and attention for wards.
• Advocate for essential services and resources for wards.
• Provide consent for medical treatments and procedures as needed.
• Support placement in the least restrictive, most appropriate settings.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on ward care and finances.

Skills

Social work experience

Human Services experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location

Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge and Waukesha counties.

Job Type

Full Time

Category

Other

Work Location

Based on-site at one of our offices in Fort Atkinson, Beaver Dam, Watertown, or Oconomowoc, WI, with travel throughout the service area

Schedule

Full-time

Service Area

Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge, and Waukesha counties

At Opportunities, Inc., our Guardianship Specialists advocate for adults who may not have family or other support systems to help them make important decisions. They work with care providers and community partners to ensure each person’s needs are met, while providing oversight in areas such as medical care, legal matters, and personal finances.

A bachelor’s degree is required for this position.

Our representatives act as trusted allies, making informed decisions that prioritize the best interests of those they serve, giving peace of mind to clients and their loved ones. This service ensures that every individual receives the care, respect, and attention they deserve, supporting their independence and dignity in every aspect of life.

Service Areas

Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge and Waukesha counties.

Guardian of Person

• Ensure personal needs are met with care and attention
• Advocate for essential services and resources
• Provide consent for medical treatments and procedures
• Support placement in the least restrictive, most appropriate settings

Guardian of Estate

• Ensure all financial obligations are fulfilled
• Safeguard the ward’s personal property
• Apply for local, state, and federal assistance programs, including Social Security, Medicare, and food assistance programs
• Appointed by the SSA to manage Social Security and SSI benefits for beneficiaries
• Appointed by the SSA to manage Social Security and SSI benefits for beneficiaries
• Utilize benefits to cover immediate and future needs of the individual
• Save any surplus benefits for future requirements
• File annual accounting reports with the Social Security Administration
• Maintain records of all payments received and their usage
• Prepare detailed reports on fund allocation and expenditures

This is a full-time position with a team of talented, caring and knowledgeable professionals. Must be professional, compassionate and flexible to cover the needs of our wards.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Full benefits available for full time

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Social work: 1 year (Required)
• Human Services: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification

• Driver's License