Guardianship Advocate

2 weeks ago

Elkhart, Indiana, United States ADEC INC. Full time
Job Title: Guardianship Advocate

ADEC INC. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Guardianship Advocate to join our team. As a Guardianship Advocate, you will be responsible for providing required guardianship and personal advocacy services to individuals enrolled in our Guardianship Program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent ADEC INC. in making decisions for individuals on our caseload as stipulated in court-issued Letters of Guardianship.
  • Effectively advocate on behalf of individuals to enhance their quality of life.
  • Visit individuals in the Guardianship Program at least monthly.
  • Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, individualized program plans, and nursing home quarterly care plan meetings.
  • Maintain contact with involved family members for respective guardianship individuals.
  • Prepare annual reports to the courts on an annual basis.
  • Prepare Guardianship Committee reports, attend meetings, and adhere to guidance relative to policy oversight.
  • Maintain all required individual documentation.
  • Serve as back-up for Protective Services and implement the Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS) incident reporting process.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience with services to persons with disabilities preferred.
  • Ability to lift 60 pounds.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Proof of car insurance.
  • Pass background and negative drug test.

Why Work with Us:

  • ADEC INC. has been providing services to children, adults, and families with developmental disabilities for nearly 70 years.
  • We are a stable and well-respected member of the community, employing people in both Elkhart and St. Joseph counties.
  • ADEC INC.'s Code of Ethics ensures we treat employees with the same dignity and respect we extend to our individuals served.

Benefits:

  • Up to $2500 in tuition assistance.
  • Up to $50 in student loan assistance monthly.
  • Retirement Program with company match.
  • Holiday, vacation, and sick time.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Gym membership reimbursement.
  • Agency-funded life insurance and long-term disability.

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