Posting number: 224947
Department: Gov-Office of Elderly Affairs
Job classification: ADULT PROTECTION SPECIALIST 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Investigative
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, intervention in exploitation and abuse, building partnerships with communities, and supporting intergenerational activities.
We are seeking professionals who can apply their knowledge of adult protective services and social work, with the ability to apply this knowledge in practical settings. The role demands in-depth knowledge of laws and regulations regarding vulnerable adult abuse, social work principles, and issues affecting the elderly and persons with disabilities.
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.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
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.
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.
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.
How to Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this posting, please email:
Goeahr@la.gov
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