Impactful Adult Protective Services Caseworker

City and County of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of San Francisco is seeking entry-level Protective Services Workers for the Adult Protective Services (APS) program. You will respond to reports of elder and dependent adult abuse, conduct professional investigations, and manage service plans to safeguard clients.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, coordination with medical and social services, and documentation in APS databases. A Master’s degree in social work or counseling is required, with field placement or

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school.
• Master's Degree in counseling with supervised field placement or equivalent.
• Two semesters of graduate field placement or six months of post-baccalaureate direct service experience with elders/dependent adults.

Responsibilities

• Conduct unannounced visits to elders and dependent adults.
• Perform risk assessments and investigations of abuse.
• Coordinate protective interventions and emergency services as needed.
• Document findings and develop service plans and notes.
• Monitor service plans and follow up with clients and agencies.
• Collaborate with healthcare, social services, and law enforcement partners.

Skills

Communication

Interviewing

Case management

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in counseling program

Tools

APS database

Job description

The City and County of San Francisco is seeking entry-level Protective Services Workers for the Adult Protective Services (APS) program. You will respond to reports of elder and dependent adult abuse, conduct professional investigations, and manage service plans to safeguard clients.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, coordination with medical and social services, and documentation in APS databases. A Master’s degree in social work or counseling is required, with field placement or