Protective Services Worker

About the role

OCES aims to support elders and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services that promote healthy, safe lives for our consumers. We want to help them stay as active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

Responsibilities

- Promote the independent functioning of members and provide services in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment - Conduct investigations and evaluate the functional capacity, situation and resources of the elder - Develop and implement appropriate protective services plan to alleviate risk and abuse - Determine whether a petition to the court for a Protective Order exists and refer situations involving serious abuse to the appropriate District Attorney - Provide emergency PS department coverage during non-business hours

Requirements

- Your passion for helping others and desire to make a difference - Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of consumers and/or programs change - At least two years of experience in the human services field preferably with the elder population and/or crisis intervention - Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field highly preferred; Current licensure if appropriate - Bilingual preferred

Qualifications

- Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals - Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career - Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; standard M-F workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office and home visits). - Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day 1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan

Benefits

- Health benefits available on day 1 - Generous paid time off policies - Company paid LTD and life insurances - 401K plan

Schedule

- Standard M-F workweek - Hybrid work environment (home, office and home visits)

Pay

- Details TBD

Apply

APPLY TODAY! OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply! Our Mission: Through the talents of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community.