Court Appointed Guardian: Community Advocate

Overview

Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact? Do you want to work in a place where your dedication to care is valued, your career can grow, and your heart feels at home? Then we’re looking for YOU to join the team at Community First Solutions! We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Guardian to join our team  are a best place to work in Butler County.

• Day Shift: Monday‑Friday
• Telephonic on‑call rotation 24/7 to provide consent to treat for medical needs of clients

• Starting at $18/hr based on experience
• Sign‑on bonus $1,000 to be paid out in two increments

• Conducted 100% onsite training
• Guardianship certification must be obtained within 18 months of eligibility (we will help you!)

• Mission‑driven culture:
  At Community First, we put people first—always. Our mission is to serve with excellence and care, helping others to live their best lives.
• Team support:
  We work together and lift each other up because that’s what good teams do. Your voice matters here, and your contributions are celebrated.
• Career growth opportunities:
  With training, mentorship, leadership pathways, and a tuition reimbursement program, we invest in your professional development.
• Perks you’ll enjoy:
  Employee recognition programs, referral bonuses, and even referral bonuses (hint: bring your friends to join the fun!).

• You have a minimum Associate degree
• You have a genuine passion and heart for serving others
• You have social service experience working with individuals with mental health issues and/or developmental disabilities
• You are comfortable working with a variety of systems such as the courts, mental health, DD, medical, aging, protective services, and long‑term care
• You have the ability to build and foster external relationships
• You are committed to excellence and are on a mission to be the best

• Assist in decision making and follow through on decisions made for clients such as living arrangements, medical decisions, quality of life improvements, etc.
• Manage and maintain a caseload including all required documentation in accordance with agency policy and procedure
• Make required visits to clients within their home setting (i.e., nursing home, group home, independent living, assisted living, apartment, house)
• Attend interdisciplinary care conferences
• Provide oversight of client’s plan of care
• Complete assessments for clients referred to the program
• Participate in court and legal process pertaining to clients
• Maintain responsibility for client’s finances and applications for benefits as appropriate (i.e., work in coordination with Guardian of Estate, payee, trust officers, etc.)
• Participate in 24 hour on call rotation
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of this position
• Participate in staff organizational meetings, attend conferences, and trainings
• Maintain professional attitude and represent company in a positive manner at all times
• Participate in PQI as requested by Manager
• Abides by the company Always Behaviors each and every day as we serve our clients, colleagues, and community
• All other duties as assigned or appropriate to the position

• Must have high speed internet
• Must have safe and secure work environment
• Employee will allow the employer to have access to the telecommunication location for purposes of assessing safety and security, upon reasonable notice by the company
• Community First will provide agency equipment such as laptop and telephone. Employee agrees that equipment will not be used by anyone other than the employee and only for business-related work

• Education: Minimum Associate degree or acceptable certification such as certified case manager, LPN, licensed mental health counselor, LSW, nurse, or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in related field working with diverse clients including elderly and those with mental health and intellectual disabilities diagnosis preferred. Must have acceptable criminal records check
• Licenses or certifications: Guardianship certification must be obtained within 18 months of eligibility. Must be an Ohio resident. Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as position requires community-based visits/meetings
• Experience: One year social service experience (including internships 6 months) working with diverse clients for bachelor level candidates. Two years’ experience for candidate with less than bachelor education
• Specialized knowledge, skills, or abilities: Visual/hearing and physical ability sufficient to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with stress