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Adult Protective Services Social Caseworker III-162355,161973,162355

Westminster, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$61K/yr - $70K/yr

2+ years exp

Adams County is dedicated to serving the community with integrity and innovation. The Adult Protective Services Social Caseworker III is responsible for providing protective services to at-risk adults, investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and ensuring their safety and well-being in the community.

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Responsibilities

Investigates assigned reports of mistreatment and self-neglect and assesses client's needs through home visits, interviews with client, suspected perpetrator(s), family members, neighbors, and friends. Activates emergency and/or urgent safety interventions when needed. Consults with and makes reports to law enforcement as appropriate

Develops individual case plans and prepares, completes, and maintains client records according to county, state, and federal requirements. Assists with arrangement of supportive services for client and monitors effectiveness of casework plan. Documents all contacts using APS case files, and all other forms as required by regulations, policies, and procedures

Communicates effectively with at-risk clients, their families, county attorney's office, and outside agencies. Must be able to work with persons in crisis or who are in a state of panic or hostility. Works closely with eligibility benefits program staff, other sections, and external agencies to share information and to make appropriate referrals. Consults and collaborates with community agencies and professionals, including but not limited to: physicians, attorneys, law enforcement, financial institutions, mental health, developmental disabilities, and zoning and code enforcement

Initiates probate proceedings for guardianships and conservatorships when such have been determined needed by the supervisor, the team, and the county attorney. Prepares paperwork for court, including but not limited to: completing court reports, obtaining doctor letters on competency, and providing documentation of family involvement and interventions

Participates in family meetings and testifies in court hearings

Participates on the multi-disciplinary team (M-Team) and on various state and local committees. Participates in weekly unit meetings, state and county sponsored trainings, specific adult protection trainings, CBMS trainings, community education, and other activities as required to improve and enhance job performance

Provides coverage of adult protection intake duties on rotating basis with other unit staff. These intake duties involve being available during business hours, via phone or in person, to accept reports of suspected abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation. Intake duties may involve referrals to law enforcement or other community agencies

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required

Qualification

Colorado Adult Protection certificationSocial casework experienceDisability syndromesAdult protection case managementPublic entitlementsCBMSEffective communication techniquesAssess community resourcesCommunicate clearlyEstablish relationships

Required

Knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes related to the Protection of At-Risk Adults, the range of protective orders available through the judicial court system, rules and regulations of Volume 30 of the Colorado Department of Human Services

Knowledge of disability syndromes (i.e., dementia, physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental disabilities, substance abuse, brain injuries, neurological disorders, etc.) and their impact on functioning

Knowledge of the practices, principles, and dynamics of adult protection case management and principals of human behavior

Ability to determine cognitive capacity and to understand medical diagnoses, medications and their effects on geriatric patients, and to assess and coordinate community resources

Knowledge of basic and effective communication techniques, including skill in interviewing techniques

Knowledge of public entitlements and benefits that may be available to at-risk adults

Knowledge of CBMS as it relates to Adult Protection

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Two (2) years of full time professional social casework experience, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency, in an area appropriate to the position

Bachelor's Degree in one of the human behavioral science fields

An MSW may substitute for all of the required experience

Proof of education, (degree or transcripts), and license (if candidate has received one) are required

Colorado Adult Protection Caseworker certification is required, and must be completed within three (3) months of employment, through the Colorado APS Training Academy

Possession of a valid driver's License and proof of automotive insurance

Must pass a criminal background check

Ability to obtain, maintain, and ensure continued access to State and County systems in strict compliance with all applicable county and state regulations, policies, and user agreements