Adult Protective Services Investigator- $20/HR DOE - Express Employment Professionals

Express Employment is looking for an Adult Protective Services Investigator. 

   POSITION SUMMARY

Adult Protection service is a specialized social service directed toward safeguarding vulnerable adults through investigation of reports alleging abuse, neglect, self-neglect or exploitation of a vulnerable adult and the arrangements for the provision of emergency or supportive services necessary to reduce or eliminate risk of harm. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Investigate Adult Protective Services referrals, which include but are not limited to screening potential victims, documenting investigation activities, completing comprehensive assessments and developing a supportive service plan.
• Assure that all activities are within current program rules, regulations and guidelines.
• If necessary and with the supervisor’s assistance, determine the need for legal action and make appropriate referrals to legal authorities.
• File legal documents and appear in court hearings or proceedings as required.
• Adhere to the federal and state rules and codes, the Adult Protective Services Program Manual and other regulations pertinent to the Adult Protective Services, as well as the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.
• Assist in collecting and reporting data for federal, state, and internal reports as required.
• Accept client referrals during business hours.
• Maintain proper documentation and records in a timely manner in accordance with all federal/state regulations and program requirements.
• Conduct oneself in a professional and cooperative manner with clients, co-workers, and other agencies or organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Licensed Social Worker, or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field and 2 years experience working with vulnerable adults, -OR- Associate’s Degree and 2 years experience working in law enforcement.(Required Minimum Education to Apply)

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Employee must successfully complete a criminal background check.  Employee must have reliable transportation to be used during working hours and the ability to travel throughout the seven-county service area.

Ways to apply:

*Call Express Employment @ 208-232-1040

*Stop by our office @ 850 N. 5th Ave.

*Apply online @ expresspros.com

*Download our ExpressJobs app

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