Adult Protective Service Specialist

4 weeks ago

Pendleton, United States State of Oregon Full time
Job Description:

Adult Protective Service Specialist

Salary Range: $4,536 - $6,952 per month

Location: Pendleton

Opening date:  May 8, 2024

Closing date:  May 22, 2024

Type of Recruitment:  Internal/Open Competitive

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the  as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

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

Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual for an Adult Protective Service Specialist in the Pendleton office.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference 

  • When you join the , you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.  

  • Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.   

  • Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and including health, dental, vision and much more  

YOUR DUTIES AT A GLANCE:

In this position 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 self-neglect.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to drive and meet with individuals in their homes, community settings, nursing homes, or other care settings. A valid driver’s license is required and an acceptable driving record..

WHAT YOU NEED TO QUALIFY/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS(MQ’s):

A Bachelor's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;

OR

An Associate's 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 Bachelor's degree; 18 months for an Associates.

ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • 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

**Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.   

****Your application and/or resume will be used when completing a pay equity assessment. The pay equity assessment determines your pay rate/salary step, so complete and detailed work and education history is helpful****

HOW TO APPLY

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.  

  • Current State of Oregon: Apply via your employee Workday account. (This includes permanent and limited duration employees; temporaries are not counted as internal candidates). View this for help.

  • If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this .  

  • 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.  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check.  Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment. 

  • 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 Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. 

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

  • This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

  • This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. 

  • Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our page.  

  • If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact . Please be sure to include the job requisition number.  

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