OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II Salary in the United States

How much does a Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II make at companies like OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES in the United States? The average salary for Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II at companies like OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES in the United States is $93,229 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $80,552 and $105,906. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities2

About OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Browse other Companies in the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit Industry

View oklahoma department of human services Salary

What does a Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II do at companies like OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES?

This position is located in Ada, Oklahoma.

Adult Protective Service Specialist

Annual Salary:

  • Level I   5607 - $37,007.00 + Full state benefits
  • Level II 5608 - $39,781.14 + Full state benefits

Travel is EXTENSIVE Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

This position plays an integral part in keeping vulnerable Oklahoma adults safe.  In this position, you will receive and investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.  You will determine the capacity and provide voluntary or involuntary services based on needs, and you'll coordinate service plans, prepare legal forms, attend court hearings, and provide testimony as necessary.

Hires will be eligible for the complete state benefits package which includes paid time off, retirement contribution plans with employer matching, and health care allowances. 

Minimum Qualifications

Adult Protective Service Specialist, Level I - A bachelor's degree in any field is required for this level

Adult Protective Service Specialist, Level II - Applicant may either have a Master's degree in a behavioral science; or a bachelor's degree in a behavioral science and one year of experience in professional social work; or a bachelor's degree in any field and two years of professional social work.  

The complexity of the duties assigned will in part depend on the level of experience. The salary depends on the level of qualification of the applicant. 

Level I:

  • Employees will perform entry level work in a training status in providing adult protective services to incapacitated adults prior to completion of the Adult Protective Services New Worker Training Academy;
  • Employees may participate in investigations with higher level Adult Protective Services Specialists,
  • Learn and apply self protection techniques;
  • Perform follow-up activities for ongoing cases and coordinate service plans for adults;
  • Prepare legal forms for APS court hearings and attend such hearings, providing testimony if needed;
  • Attend case staffing and other training offered outside the APS academy,
  • Perform independent investigation of routine APS referrals. 
     

Level II:

  • Receive intakes and complete investigations involving appropriate documentation on incapacitated adults alleged to be in situations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect or exploitation;
  • Ensure and apply self protection techniques;
  • Perform complete assessment and determine appropriate interventions for each case;
  • Make collateral contacts to gather additional information on the adults history, determining the urgency of each adult's situation;
  • Initiate and follow through on court proceedings for involuntary protective services, and serve as temporary guardian for adult acting within the boundaries ordered by the court;
  • Involve the adult (if possible) family, and other caregivers in the development of a service plan to meet the adult's needs, and provide follow up visits as specified by policy or more often as needed. 

If you have further questions, don't hesitate to contact us at DHS.CAREERS@okdhs.org

Announcement Number - 20-AR017

This is an unclassified state position.

83003228

Check out Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II jobs in Ashburn, Virginia

Personnel Security Specialist I

Global Resource Solutions, Inc. - Arlington, VA

On-Call - Resident Service Specialist

New Hope Housing Inc - Arlington, VA

Licensing Services Specialist I

Association of Social Work Boards - Culpeper, VA

$80,552 Low Average $93,229 High $105,906

Understand the total compensation opportunity for Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II at companies like OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

$80,552
$105,906
$93,229
The chart shows total cash compensation for the OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II in the United States, which includes base, and annual incentives can vary anywhere from $80,552 to $105,906 with an average total cash compensation of $93,229. Total compensation includes the value of any benefits received in addition to your salary and some of the benefits that are most commonly provided within a total compensation package including bonuses, commissions, paid time off, and Insurance. The total cash compensation may get paid differently by industry, location, and other factors.
Job Openings for OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES Adult Protective Service Specialist I/II
Business Benefits Group - Fairfax , VA
Job Summary/Objective The Client Service Specialist II plays a pivotal role in ensuring that BBG's clients receive timely and accurate assistance with complex claims, billing, and benefit-related ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago
Intercept Health - Lexington , VA
Community Based Specialist I Hourly rate of $26/hour, plus an additional $3/hour for mileage ... adults who meet criteria for a behavioral health treatment or training service. You will also ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
MANCON, LLC - Warrenton , VA
The Parts Specialist I provides counter service to VDOT employees who need parts/equipment to ... Valid Driver's License with two years driving experience * 1 year experience with auto or heavy ...
ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago
Dominion Payroll - Richmond , VA
Required to be phone back up for the tier 2 team when needed and utilize Gointegrator. * Understand ... Must provide excellent customer service and be able to work well with clients and internal staff
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 58 days ago
Atlantic Constructors, Inc. - Richmond , VA
Manages day-to-day operations for the service fire protection field trade. Provides guidance ... i.e. DMV, criminal history) * Must adhere to all company policy and procedures * Clean driving ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 20 days ago
Atlantic Vision Partners - Danville , VA
Verify personal and insurance information for services and procedures * Schedule appointments and ... Paid vacation and holidays (+ two floating holidays) * Tuition reimbursement opportunities
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 34 days ago

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst