Adult Protective Services Contractor I/H26A/26-KM001

About the role

This position plays an integral part in keeping vulnerable Oklahoma adults safe. In this position, you will receive and investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. You will determine the capacity and provide voluntary or involuntary services based on needs, and you'll coordinate service plans, prepare legal forms, attend court hearings, and provide testimony as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Receive intakes and complete investigations involving appropriate documentation on incapacitated adults alleged to be in situations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation.
• Ensure and apply self-protection techniques.
• Perform complete assessment and determine appropriate interventions for each case.
• Make collateral contacts to gather additional information on the adult's history, determining the urgency of each adult's situation.
• Initiate and follow through on court proceedings for involuntary protective services, and serve as a temporary guardian for adults acting within the boundaries ordered by the court.
• Involves the adult (if possible), family, and other caregivers in the development of a service plan to meet the adult's needs, and provide follow-up visits as specified by policy or more often as needed.

Qualifications

• Adult Protective Services Specialist, Level I - A bachelor's degree in any field is required for this level.
• Adult Protective Services Specialist, Level II - Applicant may either have a master’s degree; or a bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in professional social work.

Skills

• Ability to work on a diverse team and directly with people from diverse backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and disabilities.

Pay

Pay Rate: - Level I H26A $21.61 per hour - Level II H26B - $22.10 per hour

Schedule

Travel is EXTENSIVE – Must possess valid driver’s license and maintain valid car insurance as insured driver.