What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Protection Worker position at Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership, Inc.?
Join Our Team as an Adult Protection Worker
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable adults in our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
EICAP is seeking an experienced and compassionate Adult Protection Worker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults, and implementing supportive and/or emergency services necessary to reduce or eliminate the risk of harm.
As the ideal candidate, you have a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a human services field or law enforcement, and at least 2 years of experience working with vulnerable adults. If you are currently working towards your degree, we may also consider your application with approval from the Idaho Commission on Aging.
Your responsibilities will include investigating Adult Protection referrals, completing comprehensive assessments, developing supportive service plans, and making appropriate referrals to legal authorities when necessary. You will also need to appear in court hearings or proceedings as required, and assist with public relation activities to inform the public, community agencies, organizations, and medical community of adult protection services.
To succeed in this role, you must be a team player who can conduct yourself in a professional and cooperative manner with clients, co-workers, and other agencies or organizations. You must also adhere to federal and state rules, regulations, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics, and participate in required professional development and training activities.
If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable adults in our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Adult Protection Worker.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.
Compensation:
- Wage $19 to $20.64 per hour, depending on experience
- 403B Retirement Plan, with employer match of 6%
- Employer-paid Dental and Health Insurance: Employees contribute only 1% of their premiums, while EICAP covers 60% of dependent health and dental premiums.
- Group Life Insurance, 100% Employer Paid
- Employer-funded HRA Account
- Employee Assistance Program and Telemedicine Benefit (100% employer paid)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid Vision Insurance: EICAP covers 100% of employee premiums and 60% of dependent premiums
- Paid Time Off, including Sick Leave, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume. We look forward to hearing from you and finding the right candidate to join our team!
Learn more about us at: https://www.eicap.org/
Navigate to our website, click on Employment and download the full job description.
Background Check & Drug Screening Disclaimer: Must be able to pass an Intellicorp SSN Verification and Criminal History Search, and Motor Vehicle Records Check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background check and drug testing.
EICAP is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
For assistance or accommodations applying for a position with EICAP, please contact the Human Resources department at: 208-522-5370
Salary : $19 - $21
