Adult Protective Services Social Worker

Salary : $60,132.80 - $65,291.20 Annually

Location : Washburn, WI

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-14

Department : Human Services

Division : Aging and Disability Services

Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : NON

Description

To provide social work services including intake, assessments, investigations, on-going case management and court related activities for adults at risk and elderly individuals in Bayfield County.

Examples of Duties

A. With consultation from Corporation Counsel and supervisor, performs Adult Protective Services including investigation, offer of services, filing of state reports and narratives, and coordination with law enforcement and judicial system as appropriate and in accordance with Chapters 51, 54 and 55 of the Wisconsin Statutes.

B. Coordinates with court, law enforcement, hospitals, service providers, nursing homes, families, attorneys and concerned citizens regarding concern for vulnerable adults and the need for additional supports and / or guardianships and protective placements.

C. Consults with Corporation Counsel regarding guardianships and protective placements.

D. Recruits and trains guardians.

E. Performs investigations for elder and adult at risk populations per state guidelines.

F. Maintains knowledge of resources available for target populations served.

G. Determines the range of needs through interviews, home visits, collateral contacts, etc.

H. Provides referrals to appropriate agencies and / or resources as necessary to meet consumer needs

I. Coordinates and provides case management services.

J. Performs initial determination for persons who may be subject to orders for protective placement and conducts annual Watts reviews as needed thereafter.

K. Monitors program expenditures for effectiveness and efficiency and ensures against over-expenditure of funds.

L. Provides intake for Aging and Disability Services Section.

M. Provides IA 1.67 nursing home referrals as needed.

N. Records and maintains complete and accurate documentation and records and performs other general office duties as required.

O. Provides informational presentations to other staff, professionals, and community groups related to department programs as appropriate.

P. Participates in Section and Department meetings, work-related committees, and trainings.

Q. Participates in supervision / consultation.

R. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A. Minimum of a four year social work degree from an accredited college preferred but will consider : sociology, psychology, criminal justice or other approved human services program.

B. Certified as a social worker in the state of Wisconsin or eligible for certification by holding a training certificate or temporary license and certified prior to the expiration of the certificate or temporary license _OR- licensed as a Registered Nurse..

C. Minimum of one year experience providing social work to target population(s).

D. Experience in computer use and keyboarding (50 wpm) including Microsoft Office products.

E. Valid Wisconsin driver's license and reliable transportation.

Physical Demands

A. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while performing duties.

B. Ability to drive.

C. Light lifting.

D. Ability to work out in the field and navigate environments that are a human health hazard and / or have limited physical access.

E. Requires physical demands such as seeing, hearing, and color perception to make judgments both in the office and out in the field.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A. Interpersonal Skills

1) Recognizes and acknowledges the feelings of others and demonstrates respect for individuals and their families.

2) Recognizes the importance of managing difficult issues with individuals and their families in a purposeful and meaningful manner to facilitate hope / vision / change and maximum independence.

3) Identifies, with individuals and their families, strengths that can be linked to promoting optimal independence.

4) Facilitates a team approach with individuals, families and other providers.

5) Persists in engaging individuals and families, gathering information, and seeking out resources.

6) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, their families, staff, local agencies and the general public.

B. Personal / Professional Awareness

1) Recognizes / respects needs and beliefs of individuals of diverse cultures.

2) Understands that people can change and integrates this belief into case practice.

3) Understands how values, style and background can impact objectivity / bias.

4) Identifies personal strengths and limitations and understands how this is related to their professional role.

5) Displays an ability to be decisive and makes sound logical decisions that can be supported.

6) Displays openness to new information.

7) Displays positive outlook and approach to work, clients, and challenges related to job and job functions.

C. Analytical Thinking

1) Uses conceptual frameworks (e.g. consumer directed services, family systems theory) in gathering information and in decision-making.

2 )Interprets underlying causes of situations or behaviors.

3) Displays an ability to gather information from a variety of sources and understands family situations / conditions / dynamics.

D. Communication Skills

1) Creates situations that allow for open communication with individuals, families and collateral providers.

2) Communicates clearly and accurately, orally and in writing.

3) Uses interviewing techniques / methods that assist in eliciting essential information.

E. Organizational Skills

1) Uses effective time management techniques.

2) Documents cases accurately.

3) Possesses good problem-solving skills.

Shifts and Work Hours :

Generally, the courthouse is open from 8 : 00am until 4 : 00pm, Monday through Friday. Depending upon the position, full-time employees may be scheduled either 37.5 or 40 hours per week.

Shifts for Dispatch personnel will vary, but cover 24-hours per day, 365 days per year. Applicants for these positions must be flexible. .

Insurance :

Health insurance is available to regular employees that work 26 hours per week or more and those that are eligible for participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System. Coverage is effective upon completion of one full calendar month of employment.

Both Disability and Life Insurance are available.

A Section 125 Plan (Flexible Spending) is available.

Sick Leave :

Sick time is accumulated at the rate of eight (8) days per year for full-time employees and is pro-rated based on hours worked for employees working 50% time or more. New employees are provided with 37.5 or 40 hours upon hire (in addition to the monthly allocation), which may be used for any purpose during the first year of employment.

Vacation for full-time employees scheduled 1950 hours per year :

Upon Hire : 37.5 hours

After One (1) year : 75 hours

After Five (5) years : 112.5 hours

After Ten (10) years : 150 hours

After Fifteen (1) years : 187.5 hours

Vacation for full-time employees scheduled 2080 hours per year :

Upon Hire : 40 hours

After One (1) year : 80 hours

After Five (5) years : 120 hours

After Ten (10) years : 160 hours

After Fifteen (1) years : 200 hours

Up to five (5) days equivalent of vacation may be carried over to the next year and must be used within the first 6 months of the new year.

For employees working more than 50% time, but less than full-time, vacation time is pro-rated based upon the regular number of hours scheduled.

Holidays :

New Year's Eve, New Years Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Spring Holiday (Friday before Easter), Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Fourth of July, Christmas Eve

Retirement :

Wisconsin Retirement System (Employee and Employer each contribute).

An optional Deferred Compensation Program is available.

Additional voluntary insurances are available, including : Vision, Dental, Accident, Disability and Critical Care. Premiums are payroll deducted for those who choose to enroll.

Are you able to meet all of the physical requirements of this position as identified in the job description?

What is the highest level of education you have attained?

• High School Diploma / GED / HSED
• Some College or Technical School
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher
• Less than a High School Diploma

Which status applies to you :

Please describe your experience working with the elderly population.

Required Question

Salary : $60,133 - $65,291