Senior Social Service Specialist – APS Investigator

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement plans

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Sick leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Washington's Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Social Service Specialist 3 in Region 2 to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to connect vulnerable adults with essential services. The role requires independent assessment, evidence gathering, timely investigations, and strong decision-making.

You’ll interview victims and collateral contacts, document findings, and collaborate with law enforcement and community partners.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as Social Service Specialist 2 or equivalent.
• Master's or Bachelor's with related experience may substitute.
• Equivalent education/experience totalling 6 years may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face interviews with victims and collateral contacts.
• Collect and evaluate information to inform decisions.
• Document activities and record electronically.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, courts, families and partners.
• Identify and refer at-risk adults to services.
• Provide advocacy, crisis intervention, and testimony when needed.

Skills

Investigations

Critical thinking

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Documentation

Independent work

Risk assessment

Education

Master's degree in social services or allied field

Bachelor's degree in social services or allied field

Job description

State of Washington's Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Social Service Specialist 3 in Region 2 to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to connect vulnerable adults with essential services. The role requires independent assessment, evidence gathering, timely investigations, and strong decision-making.

You’ll interview victims and collateral contacts, document findings, and collaborate with law enforcement and community partners.