What are the responsibilities and job description for the Protective Services Worker position at LifePath?
GREENFIELD Protective Services Worker GENERAL DESCRIPTION: An exciting
full time opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to elder
protective services. This is an opportunity in the Franklin County area,
with a hybrid work environment, based out of our Greenfield office. The
Protective Services Worker conducts thorough assessments of reports of
elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self-neglect. The PS
Associate provides services and/or referrals to help mitigate risks. The
successful candidate will be competent in forming positive partnerships
with local agencies and affiliated professionals involved with providing
protective services and supports. Successful applicants will have
outstanding crisis intervention skills, be detail oriented, and have
excellent interpersonal communication skills. Full time, M-F, 35 hour
work week with a requirement to be available to work off hours in
emergencies and to attend training. Position pays \$24.72 per hour, 6%
pay differential for bilingual skills. There is a \$1500 sign-on bonus
payable in two equal installments at 60 days and 9 months of employment.
Opportunity to earn additional compensation by serving on the on-call
team after six months of service but not required. There is mileage
reimbursement, an excellent work environment, and opportunity to work
with skilled and caring colleagues. LifePath provides an outstanding
benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, company paid
Life insurance, HRA, 401K retirement plan, flex scheduling/hybrid work
options, and generous paid time off. Please submit your cover letter and
resume if you are interested in being considered for this crucial role -
Protective Services Worker! LifePath is deeply committed to the
principles of equity, diversity and inclusiveness. Bi-lingual,
minorities, women and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. Qualifications & Skills for the Protective Services Worker: A
bachelor\'s degree in social work, human services, criminal justice,
public health, gerontology or a related field or advanced studies. At
least three years experience in a related field required. Must have
Crisis Intervention Experience. Ideal Candidate Will Have Excellent
Interpersonal skills. Documentation & record-keeping accuracy. Computer
proficiency. Time management. Clinical skills. Ability to establish
positive relations. Flexibility. Compliance/regulations experience.
Protective Services Worker Essential Job Functions: Receive reports of
abuse, neglect, self neglect, financial exploitation and self neglect of
elders age 60 and over. Conduct in-depth investigations to determine
whether abuse, neglect, self neglect, or financial exploitation has
occurred. Respond to emergency situations providing crisis intervention
as appropriate. Develop and implement service plans with participation
and approval of elders. With supervisory input, determine the need for a
court petition for a Protective Order or
Guardianship/Conservatorship/Rep. Payee. Initiate and participate in
case conferences with service providers and/or family members as
appropriate. Work collaboratively with LifePath staff, service
providers, and other professionals. Report situations involving serious
abuse, exploitation, or death to the DA\'s office. Maintain accurate and
up-to-date records in client\'s file. Participate in on-call Emergency
Beeper Coverage. Educate the community (general public, mandated
reporters, service providers, elders) on what constitutes abuse, neglect
and financial exploitation, how to make a Protective Services Report and
what the Protective Services Program can and cannot do. For more details
please see website.
full time opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to elder
protective services. This is an opportunity in the Franklin County area,
with a hybrid work environment, based out of our Greenfield office. The
Protective Services Worker conducts thorough assessments of reports of
elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self-neglect. The PS
Associate provides services and/or referrals to help mitigate risks. The
successful candidate will be competent in forming positive partnerships
with local agencies and affiliated professionals involved with providing
protective services and supports. Successful applicants will have
outstanding crisis intervention skills, be detail oriented, and have
excellent interpersonal communication skills. Full time, M-F, 35 hour
work week with a requirement to be available to work off hours in
emergencies and to attend training. Position pays \$24.72 per hour, 6%
pay differential for bilingual skills. There is a \$1500 sign-on bonus
payable in two equal installments at 60 days and 9 months of employment.
Opportunity to earn additional compensation by serving on the on-call
team after six months of service but not required. There is mileage
reimbursement, an excellent work environment, and opportunity to work
with skilled and caring colleagues. LifePath provides an outstanding
benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, company paid
Life insurance, HRA, 401K retirement plan, flex scheduling/hybrid work
options, and generous paid time off. Please submit your cover letter and
resume if you are interested in being considered for this crucial role -
Protective Services Worker! LifePath is deeply committed to the
principles of equity, diversity and inclusiveness. Bi-lingual,
minorities, women and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. Qualifications & Skills for the Protective Services Worker: A
bachelor\'s degree in social work, human services, criminal justice,
public health, gerontology or a related field or advanced studies. At
least three years experience in a related field required. Must have
Crisis Intervention Experience. Ideal Candidate Will Have Excellent
Interpersonal skills. Documentation & record-keeping accuracy. Computer
proficiency. Time management. Clinical skills. Ability to establish
positive relations. Flexibility. Compliance/regulations experience.
Protective Services Worker Essential Job Functions: Receive reports of
abuse, neglect, self neglect, financial exploitation and self neglect of
elders age 60 and over. Conduct in-depth investigations to determine
whether abuse, neglect, self neglect, or financial exploitation has
occurred. Respond to emergency situations providing crisis intervention
as appropriate. Develop and implement service plans with participation
and approval of elders. With supervisory input, determine the need for a
court petition for a Protective Order or
Guardianship/Conservatorship/Rep. Payee. Initiate and participate in
case conferences with service providers and/or family members as
appropriate. Work collaboratively with LifePath staff, service
providers, and other professionals. Report situations involving serious
abuse, exploitation, or death to the DA\'s office. Maintain accurate and
up-to-date records in client\'s file. Participate in on-call Emergency
Beeper Coverage. Educate the community (general public, mandated
reporters, service providers, elders) on what constitutes abuse, neglect
and financial exploitation, how to make a Protective Services Report and
what the Protective Services Program can and cannot do. For more details
please see website.
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