ADULT PROTECTION SPECIALIST 3

• Conducts intake, investigations, and assessments of complex cases involving abuse, neglect, self-neglect, exploitation, or extortion of vulnerable adults with physical, mental, developmental, or age-related disabilities.

• Interviews clients, family members, healthcare providers, and other collateral contacts; reviews records; and observes living conditions to assess risk, determine service needs, and validate allegations.

• Assesses clients’ functional and mental capacity, evaluates home and facility environments, and coordinates crisis intervention services to ensure immediate safety and reduce risk of harm.

• Develops, implements, and monitors individualized service plans in collaboration with community agencies, healthcare professionals, and service providers to address immediate and long-term client needs.

• Coordinates with law enforcement, district attorneys, coroners, legal staff, and community agencies to initiate protective actions, pursue legal remedies, and support criminal investigations when necessary.

• Maintains confidential case records, prepares investigative reports and court documentation, updates electronic case management systems, and may testify in court proceedings related to investigations.

• Participates in training, staff development, community outreach, and multidisciplinary meetings related to adult protective services, investigative practices, and the prevention of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

A valid driver's license and personal means of transportation are required. This position requires routine statewide duties, including fieldwork, inspections, investigations, or direct services that extend beyond the employee’s domicile parish. These statewide responsibilities are an inherent and ongoing part of the job and may require frequent travel. A criminal background check maybe required. Incumbents must adhere to the LDH and OAAS Telework Policies. Incumbents may be required to serve on-call in specific situations or when scheduled on a rotating basis. Work may be required outside the traditional 40-hour work week.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Office of Aging and Adult Services / Headquarters / Rapides Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment, Promotional appointment  

Cost Center: 3201033106

Position Number(s): 50682311

Career Progression:  This position may be filled as a Adult Protection Specialist  3 determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Compensation: This position is eligible for Premium Pay of additional $2.00/hr for hours worked.

• Preferred skills and experience – proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, advanced written and oral communication skills, experience in working with adults with disabilities
• Must be available to work in office, on-site, Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 4:30pm

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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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Contact Information:

Debbie Parris-Thymes

Debbie.Parris-Thymes2@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 

LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 

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LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.