This positions will be filled as a Licensed Clinical Therapist or Social Worker depending upon the qualifications of the applicant.

• Acts within APS statute, rules and policy and use independent judgment and discretion in the investigation of abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable adults
• Prepares psychological or mental health assessments by obtaining background information such as physical, psychological or mental health, and social factors which contribute to the client's situation, and by studying case histories of clients/residents.
• Facilitates the use of research data to improve existing programs and utilization of resources.
• Facilitate resource coordination and community education.
• Promote community awareness of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
• Participate in research, training, and supervisory programs and provide case management to include investigations, consultation, assessments of training needs and follow-up services.

• Develops and implements treatment plans to help clients mobilize inner capacities and resources to improve social functioning.
• Conducts individual, family, or group therapy sessions in accordance with the established treatment plan and provides crisis intervention if necessary
• Prepare psychological or mental health assessments by obtaining background information such as physical, psychological or mental health, and social factors which contribute to the client's situation and by studying case histories of clients/residents
• Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions related to public information.
• Facilitates the use of research data to improve existing programs and utilization of resources.
• Promote community awareness of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
• participate in research, training, and supervisory programs and provide case management to include investigations, consultation, assessments of training needs and follow-up services
• Acts as an expert witness. Gives testimony and /or recommendations in court cases and/or hearings.
• Provides case management to include evaluating the needs of clients, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress.

• Wants what's best for the elderly and vulnerable adults
• Can deal with negative situations in a sensitive and professional manner
• Can interact with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Has experience working with the elderly or vulnerable adults

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.