Adult Protective Services Coordinator

LAFAYETTE COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES • Darlington, WI • 2w ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Application of laws and regulations related to Adult Protective Services (WI 51, 54, 55, & 46). Investigate and assess referrals for possible abuse, neglect, or exploitation and evaluate need for removal of at-risk adults from home environment. Including but not limited to completing intake and assessment forms, and conducting interviews with family and victims; and, research and assess resources, finances, and living situations. Complete full report of findings and enter into Wisconsin Adult-at-Risk APS Data Reporting System (WRAPS). Design treatment plans to address and facilitate family involvement and available resources, establish management of funds, and coordinate client services and referrals. Provide crisis intervention and on-going counseling as needed to assist clients in decision making and problem resolution; provide family mediation; act as advocate for client. Coordinate client services and safety with other County departments and collateral professionals and agencies (i.e. law enforcement, medical and mental health personnel, and legal professionals). Initiate court action to establish guardianships and conservatorships; prepare initial and annual court reports; monitor guardianship clients to assure basic and personal needs are met. Complete annual reviews (WATTS) for persons subject to orders for protective placement Prepare and present case information and documentation to the Courts, state review proceedings, and for communications with attorneys and/or other professionals; testify in court as an expert witness. Educate the public and community groups on program services. Facilitate and coordinate the Interdisciplinary Team where Lafayette County Human Services strives to improve practice and collaboration between a wide variety of professionals and disciplines, to identify and address gaps in service, and to increase community awareness. Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job. ** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of one year of work-related experience preferred, preferably involved in association with a community-based social/human services program. Position requires considerable ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and ability to work cooperatively with other agencies in the provision of services. The candidate must have the ability to establish good rapport quickly and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of individuals. Must have excellent computer stills, including but not limited to use of database systems, G Suite, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office. Position requires flexible hours, including some evening work. Subject to County and Agency policies. Attend staff meetings and supervisory conferences. Attend and become involved in workshops, conferences, and in-service training. Provide public information on human services as requested. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures. Maintain sensitive and confidential information. Organize material and present information clearly and concisely. Read and analyze legal documents, psychological evaluations, medical reports and related documents for information on clients\' case and needs. Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict. ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hr/job-opening/human-services-adult-protective-services-coordinator-2

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