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Staff Guardian

Posted: December 5, 2025
Expires: February 3, 2026

Catholic Charities -

2 Smith Avenue, Manfield, Ohio 44905

Catholic Charities – Diocese of Toledo is seeking a full-time Staff Guardian for the Adult Advocacy Services Program in the Mansfield office.

 Primary responsibilities include:

  • ·         The Staff Guardian is appointed by the local Probate Court to act as an advocate for a court-appointed ward.
  • ·         Adhere to the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Superintendence Rule 66, as administered by the Court.
  • ·         Addresses issues and arranges for appropriate intervention.
  • ·         Advocates, ensures protection, and provides appropriate support to meet the needs of the ward.
  • ·         Makes in-person contact with the ward regularly to ensure proper care and treatment.
  • ·         Timely responses to emails, inquiries, telephone calls, and visitors.
  • ·         Acts as the administrator of the ward’s estate, under proper authority of the Court, with sound financial management, to ensure timely payments and protection of assets.
  • ·         Recruits, interviews, and trains Volunteer Guardians.
  • ·         Consistently evaluates and maintains ongoing knowledge of community services available to assist clients.
  • ·         Prepares reports and completes special projects as requested.

 Candidates for the position must possess:

  • ·         High school diploma required or general equivalency degree (GED), with 3 years of experience in a social services environment, preferred.
  • ·         Able to be bonded where mandated by the Probate Court
  • ·         Experience working with elderly and impaired populations is desired.
  • ·         Experience in advocating for the elderly and impaired populations.
  • ·         Must maintain a current driver’s license, with the ability to travel within the Diocese of Toledo
  • ·         Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required
  • ·         Ability to work flexible hours; evening and weekend hours may be necessary
  • ·         Successful BCI/FBI background check, before employment, and every five (5) years
  • ·         A sincere commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities and the drive to put it into action.

This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.  Qualified candidates, please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to: humanresources@toledodiocese.org