Guardianship Specialist | Opportunities, Inc.
Work location: Based on-site at one of our offices in Fort Atkinson, Beaver Dam, Watertown, or Oconomowoc, WI, with travel throughout the service area
Schedule: Full-time
Pay: $22-$25/hour + Benefits
Service area: Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge, and Waukesha counties
At Opportunities, Inc., our Guardianship Specialists advocate for adults who may not have family or other support systems to help them make important decisions. They work with care providers and community partners to ensure each person’s needs are met, while providing oversight in areas such as medical care, legal matters, and personal finances.
A bachelor’s degree is required for this position.
Our representatives act as trusted allies, making informed decisions that prioritize the best interests of those they serve, giving peace of mind to clients and their loved ones. This service ensures that every individual receives the care, respect, and attention they deserve, supporting their independence and dignity in every aspect of life.
Service Areas: Dane, Jefferson, Rock, Walworth, Dodge and Waukesha counties.
Guardian of Person
- Ensure personal needs are met with care and attention
- Advocate for essential services and resources
- Provide consent for medical treatments and procedures
- Support placement in the least restrictive, most appropriate settings
Guardian of Estate
- Ensure all financial obligations are fulfilled
- Safeguard the ward’s personal property
- Apply for local, state, and federal assistance programs, including Social Security, Medicare, and food assistance programs
- Appointed by the SSA to manage Social Security and SSI benefits for beneficiaries
- Appointed by the SSA to manage Social Security and SSI benefits for beneficiaries
- Utilize benefits to cover immediate and future needs of the individual
- Save any surplus benefits for future requirements
- File annual accounting reports with the Social Security Administration
- Maintain records of all payments received and their usage
- Prepare detailed reports on fund allocation and expenditures
This is a full-time position with a team of talented, caring and knowledgeable professionals. Must be professional, compassionate and flexible to cover the needs of our wards.
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
- Full benefits available for full time
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Experience:
- Social work: 1 year (Required)
- Human Services: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License
Please apply at oppinc.com