Adult Protective Service Specialists
Adult Protective Service Specialists
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$ 4833 - 7407
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Initial Posting Date:
04/11/2025Application Deadline:
04/27/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4833.00 $7407.00Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Adult Protective Service SpecialistsJob Description:
Adult Protective Services Specialist / REQ178714
Salary Range: $4833 $7407
Medford (State Street office)
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by ourEquity North Starand our vision for a positiveRiSE organizational culturethat advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented women individuals with disabilities veterans racial/ethnic groups LGBTQIA2S community members and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!
In a role dedicated to safeguarding the most vulnerable members of our society you will play a crucial part in assessing and addressing the needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities ensuring their protection against abuse and neglect.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
In this position you will have the responsibility to provide protective services to older adults and to adults with physical disabilities whose situation is within Aging and People with Disabilities jurisdiction to person is responsible for conducting intakes of abuse as indicated by Oregon Administrative Rule 411020; completing investigations and risk management; providing prevention protection and intervention for older adults and adults with physical disabilities who are unable to protect themselves from abuse and selfneglect.
Major duties include:
Conduct screening interviews by phone or inperson with victims and community members reporting abuse or selfneglect of an older adult or adult with physical screening and triage conduct a preliminary assessment of the alleged victims safety possible risks to the investigator or other factors; determine need for emergency intervention. Coordinate actions with law enforcement District Attorneys or other community partners to arrange for victims safety and security.
Investigate complaints of abuse neglect or selfneglect. Plan the scope and direction of the investigation. Conduct in person and phone interviews with the alleged victims alleged perpetrators and witnesses. Review documents and records such as medical or financial records. Evaluate and organize evidence. Collect and analyze physical and documentary evidence. Address issues that arise during the investigation through problem solving protective services or referrals. Determine relevance reliability and credibility of gathered information and evidence.
Conduct home visits in both community and facility settings to assess and monitor living and safety conditions. Intervene in situations where adults are at high risk of abuse or neglect within their living situations.
Decide when appropriate to refer to law enforcement personnel.
Evaluate the victims support systems capacity to remain healthy and safe and ability to protect his or her own interests. Develop and manage intervention plans that arrange for needed services alternative living arrangements in the communitybased care systems or personal care. Monitor the risk of individuals who are alleged victims of abuse neglect or selfneglect.
Provide investigative information on criminal cases when needed. Testify in court before grand jury trials and hearings. Give sworn depositions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Regular attendance is an essential function required to meet the demands of this job and to provide necessary services. This position is assigned to our Medford Senior Service office; however the successful candidate may be eligible for in state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working value our employees and want to encourage worklife balance and flexibility.
Adult Protective Service Specialists may be subjected to verbal abuse and ive threats made by angry and hostile individuals. This position will usually work a standard work week. There may be some irregular hours due to consumer needs or case responses per OAR. Occasional subpoenas and court requirements can be required on short notice. Must be able to drive to and meet individuals in their own homes other community settings nursing homes hospitals or other care settings. Requires some out of town or overnight travel for training and working outoftown cases. In rural areas some travel may be a daily requirement. May involve driving in inclement conditions. Potential exposure to illness and disease through direct contact with clients. May be exposed to unsanitary conditions. Work closely with individuals who may have difficulty receiving processing or verbalizing information necessary to make informed choices and decisions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelors degree in the human social behavioral or criminal sciences AND two years human service law enforcement or investigative experience.
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the bachelors degree.
OR
An associate degree in the human social behavioral or criminal sciences AND four years human service law enforcement or investigative experience.
Eighteen 18 months professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Associate.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
Experience building collaborative relationships with community partners agency staff and members of the public.
Experience demonstrating the ability to assess situations analyze information and make informed decisions to protect the population we serve.
Experience conducting interviews as part of an investigation.
Experience adopting traumainformed practices that consider individual needs safety trustbuilding and cultural sensitivity.
Experienced in effective communication with individuals via telephone and facetoface interactions.
Proficient in navigating technology inputting and retrieving data and using various computer systems or databases.
ATTENTION ALL CANDIDATES!
Please make sure your application materials resume or job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your cover letter (if requested) and resume may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments examinations and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
BACKGROUND CHECKS AND REQUIREMENTS
If selected as a finalist we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use EVerify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
BENEFITS
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
Veterans preference:
GENERAL INFORMATION
This is a permanent fulltime position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
CONTACT INFORMATION
We invite you to contact for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) application questions or jobspecific questions.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
