Guardian Representative

This is working at EPI - connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth. Real career. Real purpose.

Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI), a SEVEN-TIME recipient of the employee nominated Employer of Choice, is seeking people who want to make a difference in the lives of persons with disabilities.

Working for EPI has itsbenefits.Manybenefits.

Fullbenefits areoffered forfull-time positions(30+ hours/week

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal time offered)
• 401(k)* employer match up to 6%
• Free telemedicine and virtual counseling
• Paid training
• Immediate employee discounts (gym memberships and more!)
• EPI is a Public Student Loan Forgiveness program qualified employer.

Exceptional Persons, Inc.hasa full-time opportunity available for a Guardian Representative. As a Guardian Representative you will play a crucial role advocating for the best interests of persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities, mental health issues, or other health challenges. You will provide support, guidance, and assistance in navigating various legal, medical and social systems, fostering effective communication and collaboration to ensure the needs of the individual are met and their voice is heard.

As a Guardian Representative you will experience personalGROWTHopportunities through career advancement andCONNECTto a community that leads a greaterPURPOSE.

This is what you'll get to do.Realcareer. Realpurpose.

• Identify and support, as appropriate, person served preferences in lifestyle and decision making.
• Advocate for and monitor appropriate support services, such as residential, educational, work, medical and community services.
• Maintain regularly needed direct contact with persons served, families and service providers.
• Follows all guardianship laws in the Iowa Code.
• Provide information about guardianship, estate planning, trusts and wills, as appropriate.
• Process applications for guardianship.
• Participate in the development of the individual's life plan.
• Provide public awareness, education, and advocacy about the needs of individuals with disabilities.
• Make Annual Reports to the Court regarding the condition of protected persons and services provided to them. Obtain Court orders as required.
• Use personal vehicle to visit and transport protected persons in the community, both locally and across Iowa.

Here's what we're looking for.What are you waiting for? Apply today!

• A person who can work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people, building strong and collaborative relationships.
• Someone with the ability to think critically, make sound decisions, maintain composure, and provide solutions and guidance during stressful situations.
• Purpose driven individual who is self-directed with a strong commitment to advocacy, demonstrating values of people, creative cooperation, stewardship, and integrity.
• Effective time management, organization, and follow-up skills with the ability to plan, prioritize and manage several tasks at once.
• Nimble to individual's and agency needs with flexibility in schedule to participate in events, training and meetings and support person served, which may include evening and weekends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
• At least two (2) years' experience of planning, delivering, and coordinating services for individuals with disabilities.
• Equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, good driving record, and current vehicle insurance coverage, which meet the specified requirements of EPI's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass extensive background checks including but not limited to criminal, abuse and Medicaid exclusion.

Post job offer drug screen required.

EPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Real Career! Real Purpose!