Hybrid Guardian

Role:
To research, secure, protect, and maintain the Estates of the Wards/Clients of Tri-County CAP, Inc./Guardianship Services in a prudent and responsible manner pursuant to Probate Practices and Program Policies and Procedures. To secure necessary services to meet the ward's needs. To make informed decision of behalf of the ward.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
E 18% -Meet with wards and treatment providers on a quarterly basis or as necessary. Gather information in a face to face manner so that informed decisions can be made on behalf of the ward. Attend court hearings, provide testimony, and act in the Pro Se capacity on behalf of the guardianship program as necessary and assigned. Meet with counsel on behalf of ward as necessary and assigned.
E 10% -Communicate with wards and treatment providers to ascertain the status of the ward and to make informed decisions as necessary on behalf of the ward. Communicate with legal representatives on behalf of the ward. Communicate with external agencies and treatment providers to secure necessary services on behalf of ward. Such activities are not face to face contacts.
E 13%-Time spent in travel to and from meetings, court hearings, etc.
E 15% -Management of documents pertaining to wards treatment and services including treatment plans, consents and authorizations, reviewing records for information necessary to secure services or otherwise manage the needs of the ward. Maintaining files consistent with Program policy and procedures.

E 44%- Engage in activities that are necessary for the operation of the program but are not necessarily specific to a particular ward including attending staff meetings, training, and quality assurance activities.
Performance Measurements:
1. Wards are seen on a quarterly basis as required by Program policy and procedures and reflected on the tracking data section. Verification of informed decision making practices through supervision and/or through weekly guardians meetings. Feed back from outside team members or the Probate Court, or legal counsel to confirm professionalism, compliance, and/or additional measurements of job performance.
2. Calls are returned in a timely manner.
3. Documents are reviewed and processed in a timely manner.
4. Case notes are completed in a timely manner. Client and Program Specific. All other duties as required

5. Required Court filings are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Work schedule is managed in a manner that reflects conservation of time and travel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Experience: One year to three years of similar or related experience.

Education: (1) A college degree (non-technical discipline) or (2) multi-craft skills acquired through extensive on-the-job training or apprenticeship programs or (3) in-depth industry and job specific technical skills acquired through a combination of formal instruction and on-the job training. (2) Ability to secure and maintain National Certified Guardian designation through the Center for Guardianship Certification.
Interpersonal Skills: Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
Other Skills Ability to learn and retain multiple regulatory guidelines and requirements.
Ability to work independently and with others.Must have excellent observation and communications skills, both oral and written. Ability to work in short-term, high stress situations. Ability to implement accounting/bookkeeping procedures.
Computer literacy. Must be able to obtain National Certified Guardian status through the Center of Guardianship Certification and be a member of the National Guardianship Association within three years of employment with this agency unless otherwise designated and retain this status by meeting the necessary continual training requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,760.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ashland, NH 03217