JOB
Under general supervision, to conduct a screening and evaluation investigation on all persons referred for conservatorship and to serve as the temporary conservator until dismissal or permanent status is determined; to manage property, personal assets and healthcare issues for incompetent or disabled wards of the Public Guardian.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assesses the needs of the person and estate which includes: interviewing the client and family; determination of income and management of assets or benefits; evaluating, securing, and protecting assets; and determining needs and arranging for food, clothing, shelter and medical treatment; Screens and evaluates request for temporary conservatorship to determine that the legally required information is documented which may include screening medical reports to verify that a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual diagnosis has been made, screening for evidence of grave disability, cognitive impairment, and for evidence of physical or financial abuse; If appropriate, petitions Superior Court to establish temporary conservatorship; when not appropriate, informs the requesting physician or referring party of the reason; Prepares written recommendation to the Superior Court for dismissal or appointment of a public or private conservator; Contacts and works with community health, welfare, law enforcement and legal entities to arrange for delivery of services to clients; Writes periodic reports and letters; Assists relatives to make burial and other final arrangements; Arranges for physical support for clients such as housing and transportation; Inspects living facilities; Applies provisions of applicable codes, laws and regulations; Converses with clients to determine wants and needs and to assist with solving day-to-day problems; Manages estate assets including real and personal property Recommends disposal of clients' personal property and disposition of estate assets Acts as a representative of the estate in legal matters including testifying in court and at depositions in support of estate management; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties.
