Posted: June 1, 2026
Expires: July 31, 2026
Catholic Charities-Mansfield Office
2 Smith Avenue, Manfield, Ohio 44905
Position Objective
Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo provides legal guardianship services for adults age 55 and older who have no appropriate family members to make decisions for their medical care and estate. Clients suffer from dementia or other illnesses that limit their decision-making capacity. In most cases, clients are impoverished and have been victims of elder abuse or financial exploitation. Many lived isolated lives before entering a nursing home.
The Staff Guardian is appointed by the local Probate Court to act as an advocate for a court-appointed ward. They are required to act in the best interest of the ward, using discretion and independent judgment when making decisions and exercising specific rights, and to adhere to the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Superintendence Rule 66, as administered by the Court.
*This position requires expert multitasking skills for fast-changing situations*
Essential Responsibilities
·Completes referral assessments to determine if the Agency should apply to serve as a guardian.
- Adheres to the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code section 2111 and Superintendence Rule 66, as administered by the local Probate Court.
Addresses issues and arranges interventions related to health care, psychological functioning, family relationships, and living arrangements for court-appointed wards. Ensures that the ward's rights are protected.
Advocates for the ward to reside in the least restrictive environment, ensuring protection and providing appropriate support to meet the ward's needs.
Attends all meetings with other ward service providers, including physician care and nursing home reviews.
Visits the ward at least once per quarter to ensure proper care and treatment.
Manages required administrative aspects of the guardianship, including, but not limited to, retaining appropriate records and ward documentation, and following up with collaborating agencies involved with the ward and filing proper court authorizations, inventories, reports, and accountings.
Willingness to make end-of-life decisions with the support and guidance of the direct supervisor.
Promotes elder advocacy and awareness of elder abuse.
Performs other related duties, as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
· High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) required, with 3 years of experience in a social services environment preferred.
· Experience working with and advocating for elderly and impaired populations is desired.
· Willingness to make a long-term commitment to serve individual wards.
· Maintain a current driver's license and be able to travel within the Diocese of Toledo.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
· Ability to work flexible hours; some evening and weekend hours may be necessary.
· Successful BCI/FBI background check prior to employment and every 5 years.