Deputy Public Guardian Caseworker Specialist I-DAAS

About the job

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