Case Manager - Lucas County Guardianship Services Board

$43,534 - $45,552/Yr

Lucas County Guardianship Services Board - Toledo, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Toledo, OH

About the position

The Case Manager role at the Lucas County Guardianship Services Board is a full-time position responsible for managing a caseload of adult guardianship clients. The position serves as a Guardian Designee, providing essential social services to vulnerable individuals in the community. The role requires a hybrid work model, with in-person meetings and on-call responsibilities, ensuring clients receive the necessary support and resources for their well-being.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of adult guardianship ward clients, assisting with medical consent decisions, housing assistance, and budgetary plans.
• Follow and understand LCGSB policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Meet in-person with all assigned wards monthly, with more frequent contact as needed.
• Conduct welfare checks on clients through home visits as necessary.
• Maintain daily case plan notes and database entries, fulfilling reporting needs regarding ward clients.
• Conduct client information searches regarding mental health and criminal history.
• Assist the LCGSB SW/Case Management Team with case plans and social services.
• Participate in Social Work Team discussions and events.
• Conduct collaboration meetings with local agencies.
• Work with multi-interdisciplinary teams to support clients.
• Monitor vendor issues and communicate major issues to the SW Supervisor.
• Provide necessary information to the Social Work Supervisor for Annual Guardian's Reports and Plans.
• Participate in programs that enhance the Board's mission and professional development.
• Meet weekly with the Social Work Team for case reviews and support.
• Complete all mandatory training as determined by LCGSB Management.
• Participate in the After Hours/On Call Phone Line rotation.
• Protect clients through mandated reporting of Major Unusual Incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• An Associate's degree in a Health and Human Services field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology).
• At least three years of experience in Case Management or Court Probation Case Work.
• Successful completion of a criminal records background check and drug/alcohol screening.
• A valid driver's license with driving privileges in Ohio.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and handle sensitive inquiries.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance