Adult Protective Service Specialist
Adult Protective Service Specialist
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$ 4833 - 7407
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Initial Posting Date:
04/15/2025Application Deadline:
04/29/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4833 $7407Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Adult Protective Service SpecialistJob Description:
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 racial/ethnic groups women individuals with disabilities veterans LGBTQIA2S community members and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!
Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly people with disabilities and communities Then we want to hear from you!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
As an Adult Protective Service Specialist you will receive referrals and determine the need for and investigates alleged incidents of adult abuse or neglect. Situations may involve physical abuse neglect and abandonment sexual abuse psychological and verbal abuse financial exploitation and other types of selfneglect.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelors Degree in the human social behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service law enforcement or investigative experience;
OR
An Associates Degree in the human social behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service law enforcement or investigative experience.
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelors degree; 18 months for an Associates.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
We are looking for candidates who have:
Experience communicating and problem solving in a complex situation to reach an agreed upon resolution.
Experience interpreting and explaining rules and/or regulations.
Experiencing interviewing people to gather information.
Experience working with difficult clients and/or customers in challenging situations.
Experience in report writing and caseload management.
Application instructions & requirements
Your work history profile cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.
Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials resume and job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
If you are not a current State of Oregon employee view this application instructional video.
After you submit your application you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to drive and meet with individuals in their homes community settings nursing homes or other care settings. A valid drivers license is required and an acceptable driving record.
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
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) application questions or jobspecific questions at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
