What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Protective Service Specialists (2 positions) position at Oregon Department of Human Services?
Initial Posting Date
04/29/2025
Application Deadline
05/19/2025
Agency
Department of Human Services
Salary Range
4,833.00 - 7,407.00
Position Type
Employee
Position Title
Adult Protective Service Specialists (2 positions)
Job Description
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!
Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other? Safeguard the vulnerable: Join us in the critical mission to protect older adults and individuals with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation in our communities. We want to hear from you!
Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking 2 dedicated and compassionate individuals for Adult Protective Service Investigators in one of our Clackamas County offices.
After a successful initial training period of 6 (six) months at the Oregon City office these individuals may work out of any of the 6 (six) ODHS offices in Clackamas County: Canby, Estacada, Milwaukie, North Clackamas (82nd Ave), Beavercreek Road or Oregon City.
About The Program
Click here to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities
Summary Of Duties
As an Adult Protective Service Specialist,
A Bachelor's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;
OR
An Associate's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience.
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelor's degree; 18 months for an Associates.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates who have:
Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.
Must be able to drive and meet with individuals in their homes, community settings, community based long term care facilities, or other care settings. Exposure to respiratory and bloodborne pathogens is possible. Involves exposure to vicarious trauma, hostile, and uncooperative individuals, along with unsanitary environments. You will be dealing directly with victims and perpetrators of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. A valid driver’s license is required and acceptable driving record.
BACKGROUND CHECKS And REQUIREMENTS
Veterans’ Preference
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions at ADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us.
04/29/2025
Application Deadline
05/19/2025
Agency
Department of Human Services
Salary Range
4,833.00 - 7,407.00
Position Type
Employee
Position Title
Adult Protective Service Specialists (2 positions)
Job Description
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS!
Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other? Safeguard the vulnerable: Join us in the critical mission to protect older adults and individuals with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation in our communities. We want to hear from you!
Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking 2 dedicated and compassionate individuals for Adult Protective Service Investigators in one of our Clackamas County offices.
After a successful initial training period of 6 (six) months at the Oregon City office these individuals may work out of any of the 6 (six) ODHS offices in Clackamas County: Canby, Estacada, Milwaukie, North Clackamas (82nd Ave), Beavercreek Road or Oregon City.
About The Program
Click here to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities
Summary Of Duties
As an Adult Protective Service Specialist,
- This position receives, screens and investigates cand creates written reports concerning abuse, neglect and exploitation committed against older adults and adults with physical disabilities. Investigations occur in community-based long term care facilities and the community at large. Investigators will also provide plans of safety and prevention to mitigate current and/or future incidents of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Investigators make referrals and/or work with community partners as components of Adult Protective Services.
A Bachelor's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;
OR
An Associate's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience.
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelor's degree; 18 months for an Associates.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Investigation Skills that include experience with investigating situations such as abuse, neglect, or crimes to gather important facts.
- Experience interviewing and communicating with clients or members of the public who have challenges accepting or accessing assistance.
- Experience in community health-care or facility based long term care settings.
- Experience staying organized in a fast-paced environment while meeting competing deadlines.
- Experience with navigating multiple MS windows-based software applications including Microsoft Office and inputting data into those systems.
- Experience with written documentation and an ability to write detailed, analytical, concise investigative reports that involves information from multiple witnesses, documents/records, and observations.
Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.
- A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications, requirements, and essential attributes for the position.
- If you fail to attach a COVER LETTER then your application will not continue in the recruitment process.
- Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
- Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
- If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.
- After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
- The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Must be able to drive and meet with individuals in their homes, community settings, community based long term care facilities, or other care settings. Exposure to respiratory and bloodborne pathogens is possible. Involves exposure to vicarious trauma, hostile, and uncooperative individuals, along with unsanitary environments. You will be dealing directly with victims and perpetrators of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. A valid driver’s license is required and acceptable driving record.
BACKGROUND CHECKS And REQUIREMENTS
- If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
- The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
- Cost of Living Adjustments.
- Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
- Amazing benefits package.
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Veterans’ Preference
- Veterans’ preference information.
- How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
- This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions at ADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us.
- The recruiter for this position is Amy Acree. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
- Email: amy.acree@odhs.oregon.gov
