Colorado Judicial Branch · 19 hours ago
Courtesy Posting: Guardian, Colorado Office of Public Guardianship
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$5,281.21/mo - $5,569.73/mo
2+ years expThe Colorado Judicial Branch is seeking a Guardian for the 2nd Judicial District in Denver, Colorado. The Guardian will provide public guardianship services to indigent and incapacitated adults, ensuring their care and treatment align with their best interests while managing their cases and maintaining records.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Conduct intake interviews and provide case management to a temporary and/or rotating caseload of clients
Formulate and maintain Individualized Guardianship Plans to assure care and treatment best suited to the clients' interests and follow person-centered planning
Investigate the financial, psychological, family and social histories of clients
Recommend and determine action based on informed consent for medical, surgical and hospitalization decisions
Conduct monthly client, home and facility visits and inspections
Prepare comprehensive annual personal and financial court reports, maintain client records; attend court hearings as appropriate; and collect data and statistics as required
Assist in obtaining, maintaining, and expediting benefits to entitled eligible clients
Research and assist in obtaining, maintaining, and arranging for various client services and housing
Responsible for minimal estate management and sound personal and financial management to ensure the most appropriate level and highest quality of care of client and property
Available for weekly and rotating on-call duties
Hybrid position with extensive independent district travel is required
Comply with best practice and ethical standards
Maintain client confidentiality
All other responsibilities as required by the type of guardianship identified
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with a focus on social work, counseling, psychology, gerontology, related behavioral science, healthcare, or related. Equivalent experience will be considered
Minimum 2 years experience in case management, guardianship, or related human services
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, older adults, or vulnerable populations
Knowledge of and/or experience working with Federal and State public benefits
Strong documentation, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
Preferred
Master's Degree from an accredited institution with a focus on social work, counseling, psychology, gerontology, related behavioral science, healthcare, or related
Experience serving as a guardian or working directly with a guardian in a professional capacity
Knowledge of guardianship law, ethical standards, and person-centered practices
Experience using Sales Force
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life and disability insurance
Comprehensive leave program
Company
Colorado Judicial Branch
The Colorado Judicial Branch works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Pisney
Chief Probation Officer
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