Adult Protective Services Worker

Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership•Idaho Falls, ID

2d•Remote

About The Position

EICAP is seeking an experienced and compassionate Adult Protective Services Worker to join their team. This role involves investigating reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults and implementing supportive and/or emergency services to reduce or eliminate harm. The position serves older adults (age 60+) and individuals with disabilities across the six-county Planning and Service Area (PSA): Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, and Power counties. It is based in the Pocatello service area and is structured as a remote role, with regular work conducted throughout the communities served. The ideal candidate is a team player who can conduct themselves professionally and cooperatively with clients, co-workers, and other agencies. They must adhere to federal and state rules, regulations, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics, and participate in required professional development and training activities. EICAP offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a human services field or law enforcement
At least 2 years of experience working with vulnerable adults
Ability to be a team player
Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and cooperative manner with clients, co-workers, and other agencies or organizations
Adherence to federal and state rules, regulations, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics
Participation in required professional development and training activities
Ability to pass an Intellicorp SSN Verification and Criminal History Search
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records Check
Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing

Responsibilities

Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults
Implement supportive and/or emergency services necessary to reduce or eliminate the risk of harm
Conduct oneself in a professional and cooperative manner with clients, co-workers, and other agencies or organizations
Adhere to federal and state rules, regulations, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics
Participate in required professional development and training activities

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development
403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
Health Insurance (multiple plan options; EICAP pays the majority of your premium and 60% of dependent premiums)
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Dental & Vision Insurance (60% of employee and dependent premiums covered)
100% employer-paid life insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
Employer-paid telehealth and virtual mental health services
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA)
Optional employee-paid benefits (legal assistance, identity protection, pet benefits, and more)
Paid holidays, sick leave and vacation