APS Investigator/Caseworker I/II - DAAS Ogden Office
Job description
If you feel strongly about advocacy for vulnerable adults, this job is for you!!! The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) within the Department of Human Services, is looking for an APS Caseworker/Investigator in their Ogden office.
This is a full-time, merit (schedule B) position with benefits.
This position will be filled as a Caseworker I or II depending upon the qualifications of the applicant.
Caseworker I requires a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family & Human Development, Criminal Justice, Gerontology or a closely related field. This employee will operate under close and regularly provided professional supervision.
Salary is $16.93
Caseworker II requires a Social Service Worker license or a closely related license in the State of Utah. This employee will be fully trained and exercise independent judgment and discretion and assess human service needs for elder adults and/or people with disabilities. Salary is $18.85 per hour.
The Caseworker will:
- assess client needs
- investigate abuse, exploitation, and/or neglect referrals
- recommend appropriate care or intervention
- documents client progress
Preference may be given to candidates who:
- have at least 6 months employment as a case manager or investigator
- have investigative techniques
- is passionate about helping vulnerable adults
- is able to remain calm and to calm others
- can work with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
Join a great and compassionate team and be a part of helping vulnerable and aging adults. You will also receive great benefits. Click here to see the variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program the State of Utah offers.
The Division
The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) is part of the Department of Health and Human Services. Click here to learn more about DAAS.
- Travel required.
- All applications must be submitted online. Resumes emailed or faxed will not be accepted as an application.
- Only applicants invited to interview will be notified.
- Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., may come in contact with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
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