Protective Services Worker

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc.; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401K plan

Flexible work hours

Job summary

A community-based service organization in Massachusetts is seeking a Protective Services Worker to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect in the elder community. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing protective service plans, and providing emergency coverage. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in human services, preferably with the elder population, and hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field. A hybrid work environment and exceptional benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in the human services field with the elder population.
• Current licensure in Social Work if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Promote independent functioning of members and provide services.
• Conduct investigations of abuse and neglect allegations.
• Develop protective services plans to alleviate risk.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Adaptability

Crisis intervention skills

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

OCES aims to support elders and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services that promote healthy, save lives for our consumers. We want to help them stay as active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

To that end, OCES is looking for a dedicated Protective Services Worker (PSW) to work in our Protective Services department to investigate and substantiate allegations of abuse and neglect in the elder community.

What you'll do:

• Promote the independent functioning of members and provide services in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment
• Conduct investigations and evaluate the functional capacity, situation and resources of the elder
• Develop and implement appropriate protective services plan to alleviate risk and abuse
• Determine whether a petition to the court for a Protective Order exists and refer situations involving serious abuse to the appropriate District Attorney
• Provide emergency PS department coverage during non-business hours

What you'll bring:

• Your passion for helping others and desire to make a difference
• Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of consumers and/or programs change
• At least two years of experience in the human services field preferably with the elder population and/or crisis intervention
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field highly preferred; Current licensure if appropriate
• Bilingual preferred

What you'll get:

• Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals
• Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career
• Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; standard M-F workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office and home visits).
• Exceptional benefits: health and dental; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan

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OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply!

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Our mission: Through the talents of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community.