Adult Protection Specialist 1/2/3 - New Orleans

Overview At the Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs, our mission is committed to advocating for the needs and rights of the elderly, improving the quality of life for its seniors, promoting public awareness, intervening in exploitation and abuse, building partnerships with communities, and supporting intergenerational activities. Qualifications Four years of social services experience; OR Six years of full-time work experience plus one year of social services experience; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of social services experience; OR A master's degree in social work, a social science, education, counseling or vocational rehabilitation. Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Duties Conduct intake and investigations of adult abuse, neglect, exploitation, and extortion under close supervision, determining allegation types, risk levels, and investigation priorities in accordance with agency policy and state law. Assess the adult's living situation, functional and mental capacity, and overall environment to evaluate immediate safety risks and the need for urgent intervention. Provide or coordinate emergency responses, such as contacting law enforcement, emergency services, or arranging relocation to ensure the adult’s immediate safety. Secure appropriate services in the least restrictive setting possible to promote the adult’s safety, care, treatment, and independence, while making referrals when reports do not meet investigative thresholds. Collaborate with external partners including law enforcement, coroners, and legal personnel, while maintaining confidential case files per agency standards and procedures. Position Specific Details Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Adult Protection Specialist 1, 2, or 3. Appointment type: Probationary. Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $2.00 per hour worked. Travel: Extensive travel is required within the domiciled parishes of Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines; periodic travel to other regions may be required. Driving, travel and overtime will be required as deemed necessary by the supervisor. All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify. Equal Opportunity The Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employer (SAME) to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr