Deputy Public Guardian Caseworker Specialist I-DAAS

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position

• Serve as the initial point of contact for guardianship inquiries by screening calls and email referrals, collecting key information, and determining eligibility and priority level
• Assess current and potential client/patient needs and also develop and implement plans to meet those needs
• Monitor client funds, which includes managing client financial accounts or budget activities and providing fiscal information, and preparation of annual court accounting reports
• Apply for and maintain public benefits eligibility
• Prepare detailed case documentation including opening and closing cases, intake records, investigation summaries, case histories, activity logs, risk/needs assessments, social summaries, service plans, reports to the court, and correspondence, etc.
• Provide clients with information concerning rights, options, benefits, services, goals and expectations
• Conduct monthly visits with clients and complete documentation
• Collaborate and coordinate with service and medical providers
• Perform field visits and determine the need for guardianship and/or health and well-being of an adult
• Coordinate with and refer to community resources, placement providers, collateral agencies, the court, and/or other community partners for clients receiving services