Protective Services Worker
About The Position
OCES Protective Service Dept is expanding to 11 more towns including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth etc. OCES aims to support elders and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services that promote healthy, save 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. To that end, OCES is looking for a dedicated Protective Services Worker (PSW) to work in our Protective Services department to investigate and substantiate allegations of abuse and neglect in the elder community. What you'll do: 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 What you'll bring: 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 What you'll get: 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 and dental; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan APPLY TODAY! OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply! We can't wait to hear from you...So take that next step and apply today! OCES was established in 1974 and is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply! OCES was named one of C&P Business Media's Best Places to Work 2025! 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. OCES Protective Service Dept is expanding to 11 more towns including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth etc.
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
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field highly preferred; Current licensure if appropriate
- Bilingual preferred
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
Benefits
- 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 and dental; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
