Under the Mandatory court review of guardianships, D.C. Code § 21-2045.01, within the three (3) year period after the appointment of a guardian and withing every three (3) year period thereafter in which a guardian remains appointed, the court shall appoint a case reviewer, who shall be a social worker licensed in the District of Columbia, to investigate the continued need for the guardian.
Summary
Under the Mandatory court review of guardianships, D.C. Code § 21-2045.01, within the three (3) year period after the appointment of a guardian and withing every three (3) year period thereafter in which a guardian remains appointed, the court shall appoint a case reviewer, who shall be a social worker licensed in the District of Columbia, to investigate the continued need for the guardian.
United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.
Consultation with collateral sources such as the guardian, medical professionals, and family members.
Complete and submit a comprehensive report detailing whether guardianship should be continued, modified or terminated.
The case reviewer's report shall include:
an updated medical or psychological report or statement by a licensed professional that addresses the current capacity of the ward;
a statement setting forth the ward’s expressed preferences regarding the continued scope and duration of the ward’s guardianship, including his or her preferences, the case reviewer shall note that the ward is unable or unwilling to do so;
any statements made by a ward or any other interested party requesting continuation, modification, or termination of the ward’s guardianship and,
the case reviewer's opinion as to whether the operative guardianship order is the least restrictive guardianship order that is appropriate for the ward and the basis for that opinion.
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APPLICATION PROCESS: Candidates must submit a detailed resume, highlighting relevant training and experience, and a copy of all professional licenses to the Honorable Erik Christian, Presiding Judge of the Probate Division, via email at JudgeE.ChristianChambers@dcsc.gov. Upon determination of qualification by the presiding judges of the Probate Division, a candidate for appointment will be placed on the Court panel. Appointments are made from the panel by the judges on a daily basis. Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time – Contractual
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: In good standing and demonstrate knowledge of guardianship laws, the needs of aging, disable and incapacitated populations. Experience in utilizing clinical social work or capacity assessments tools to make a professional judgement and recommendations for action. Experience meeting with individuals and assuring compliance with statutory requirements.
Education
LICENSING REQUIREMENT: Qualified individuals must be clinical social workers licensed in the District of Columbia.
Additional information
COMPENSATION: $100 per hour. Any person appointed to this position must petition the court for compensation for services rendered in accordance with Superior Court Rule – Probate Division 322. Compensation will be paid from the estate of the ward or, if not available, from a fund established by the District of Columbia.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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No benefits will be given.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Resume must highlight relevant licensing, training, and work experience.
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The incumbent will be paid for services rendered.
No benefits will be given.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit detailed resume, highlighting relevant training and experience, and submit a copy of all professional licenses to the Honorable Erik Christian, Presiding Judge of the Probate Division, via email at JudgeE.ChristianChambers@dcsc.gov. Upon determination of qualification by the presiding judges of the Probate Division, a candidate for appointment will be placed on the Court panel. Appointments are made from the panel by the judges on a daily basis. Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
Next steps
Upon determination of qualification by the presiding judges of the Probate Division, a candidate for appointment will be placed on the Court panel. Appointments are made from the panel by the judges on a daily basis. Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit detailed resume, highlighting relevant training and experience, and submit a copy of all professional licenses to the Honorable Erik Christian, Presiding Judge of the Probate Division, via email at JudgeE.ChristianChambers@dcsc.gov. Upon determination of qualification by the presiding judges of the Probate Division, a candidate for appointment will be placed on the Court panel. Appointments are made from the panel by the judges on a daily basis. Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
Next steps
Upon determination of qualification by the presiding judges of the Probate Division, a candidate for appointment will be placed on the Court panel. Appointments are made from the panel by the judges on a daily basis. Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
