Service worker adult

Full-time, Non-Exempt Job Summary Adult Protective Services workers investigate allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation of older adults and adults identified by statute as vulnerable due to a physical or mental condition that impacts their ability to care for themselves.

APS workers assess preferences and needs, educate involved parties, and encourages usage of resources and interventions to reduce or eliminate risks to safety and well-being.

Legal interventions are utilized as needed to ensure the protection of adults at risk. Essential Functions and Responsibilities The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position.

Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodations to be qualified for the position.

Other duties may be required and assigned. 25% Investigation of Abuse Allegations : Responds within 24-72hours to assigned referrals, typically with an unannounced visit in a variety of settings (home, facility, hospital, family home, office) throughout the county.

Assesses for emergency / immediate needs, threats to safety and well-being. Interviews client, family, and involves professionals and other collateral contacts.

Assesses physical, cognitive, medical, social, emotional, financial needs and abilities. Makes reports to appropriate state oversight agencies.

10% Educate Client and Support System : Educates client, family members, supports, medical and other involved professionals regarding disease progression, needs, appropriate level of care and supervision, resources and legal processes.

Educates community and professionals regarding the APS role. 15% Records Management : Documents in detail all contacts and information in a case record.

Attaches records to client file and keeps record information current. Sets up and completes spreadsheets from financial records.

Protects privacy and confidentiality according to statutes. Completes closing state reports. 10% Coordinate Services : Formulates and presents recommendations for safety, well-being and reduction of risk with client, supports and involved professionals.

Locates and refers to appropriate and community agencies. Collaborates with county and outside agencies to arrange services and supports.

Initiates legal interventions to protect life and safety such as emergency placement and guardianship. Initiates legal interventions for protection of health and assets such as Power of Attorney or Guardian Reviews and considers and proposes appropriate guardians in a client case.

Makes referrals to Corporation Counsel. Completes legal documents, files court documents, arranges evaluations, collects relevant information to complete Court Reports offering recommendations, testimony, arranging witnesses, and serves legal documents.

Participates in contested hearings. Reviews Protective Placement facilities. Initiates and builds a case for Involuntary Medication Orders.

20% Annual Protective Placement Reviews : Reviews Annual Protective Placement orders as assigned. Completes in-person assessments of person on Protective Placement, reviews collateral information from providers and guardians to provide a comprehensive report to the court with recommendations in a timely manner.

Assists treatment team to determine most appropriate placement level. Collaborates with treatment team on placement selection and approving transfers of placement.

Attends court hearings as required in proceedings involving Protective Placement Reviews. 5% Position Development / Support : Attends weekly APS staffings and provides and receives consultation with coworkers throughout the week.

Attends monthly ADRC meetings. Pursues continuing education options. Supervision Exercised None Minimum Education Qualifications Education and / or Experience Requirements : Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or other Human Service field required, Master’s preferred.

Two years of working in the human services field with elderly and disabled individuals required. Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements : Ability to be certified as a Social Worker, Advanced Practiced SW, or Licensed Clinical SW strongly encouraged.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Qualifications In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

Strong background in aspects of aging and disabilities physical, social, psychological aspects. Skills in strategic thinking with excellent oral, written and computer skills.

Skills in organizational and analytical processes. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license. Ability to formulate client service and treatment plans.

Ability to assess emotional states, behavioral indicators, family dynamics, and overt signs of abuse to determine whether an abusive situation exists.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Ozaukee County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. Periodic periods of standing or walking. Work Environment Work is typically conducted in the DHS Office, in homes, in community environments, and remotely from home.

• Work related travel is necessary. Ozaukee County offers a generous benefits package including : health, dental, life, & vision insurance;
• free employee health clinic & Teladoc; paid holidays, vacation, & sick time; state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program;
• bonus opportunities; employee fitness room; wellness program & wellness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities;

and more! Please note some that benefits offered are dependent on full-time / part-time status. Ozaukee County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, genetics, veteran status or military service, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Ozaukee County also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. Powered by JazzHR

Last updated : 2024-07-15