ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES INVESTIGATOR

Summit County (OH) • Akron, OH

119d • $25

About The Position

Under general supervision, investigates complaints of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults in accordance with the ORC; protects adults' interests; coordinates efforts with county prosecutor's office and probate court; completes assessments, case plans, and summaries; mobilizes resources; provides advocacy and interpretation of legislation and due process; maintains case files. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, or other related social science/behavioral science discipline.
• Two (2) years social services experience, or equivalent combination of training and/or experience.
• Thorough knowledge of social work techniques, interviewing, department policies and procedures, adult services, case management, social services policies, programs, rules, and regulations, adult counseling, department goals and objectives.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to travel to and gain access to work site.
• Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to compile and prepare reports.
• Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to maintain records according to established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of eligible adults.
• Conducts home visits in regular and emergency situations.
• Coordinates protective orders with courts.
• Consults with necessary persons for client assessments and recommendations.
• Informs client of legal rights.
• Establishes need for involuntary intervention (guardianship, emergency or routine protective orders, restraining orders, etc.).
• Testifies at hearings (e.g., guardianship, criminal, civil, etc.).
• Maintains and monitors ongoing caseload.
• Provides intensive counseling to clients (e.g., individual or group basis).
• Counsels significant others (e.g., family and friends, etc.).
• Establishes and maintains case records and data.
• Completes case plans and investigative summaries.
• Attends staff meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree