Lead Guardian

Lutheran Social Service Of Minnesota

Job Location:

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!

The main functions for this role are:

Main contact point for Guardian / Conservator team members in order to provide effective guidance in day-to-day job responsibilities.

Act proactively to ensure smooth team operations and effective collaboration.

Assist in the discovery of training needs.

Provide coaching.

Listen to team members feedback providing options to resolve any issues or conflicts.

Duties are in addition to current Guardian/ Conservator case load.

Job requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Human Services or other relevant field or 4 years experience in closely related field with similar clients and similar decision making capacity.

Two years experience as a Guardian/Conservator.

Valid drivers license and DHS background check.

Extreme detail attention to communications accurate and timely documentation and billings.

Clear and unbiased thinking and decision-making skills.

Assessment skills.

Sound judgment regarding best interest of client major financial transactions and life & death situations.

Able to recognize dangerous situations (for client and for self).

Demonstrated excellent communication and leadership skills in similar role within a similar field.

Demonstrated ability to lead by setting a good example and engages the team to achieve goals.

Able to determine priorities and manage time appropriately.

Sound judgment regarding best interest of clients.

Nationally Certified in role as Guardian Conservator by NGA.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender race culture religion ethnicity protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism discrimination bias and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity safety and respect.