Behavioral Health Adult Protective Services Investigator

1. Screen and manage reports of allegations made on the Anonymous Hotline for Abuse and Neglect within mandated timelines.
2. Conduct adult abuse investigations and reviews of client deaths under OAR 419-110-0000 through 419-110-0120 for clients on Medicaid and enrolled in mental health services.
3. Prepare and submit applicable reports for review by the State Office of Training, Investigations and Safety (OTIS) within mandated timelines.
4. Partner with Provider agencies to brainstorm and develop protective services for clients.
5. Develop data collection systems and collect data; prepare other statistical reports as required.
6. Maintain complete case record files; prepare case records in accordance with State and County regulations, and document all client contact.
7. Provide education and trainings on Mandatory Reporting of Abuse for the provider network, clients, community, professional groups, and Washington County Behavioral Health staff as needed.
8. Participate in committee meetings with OTIS, provider agencies, and community partners.
9. Maintain a collaborative relationship between State and community partners including but not limited to: OTIS Department of Human Services Aging and People with Disabilities Adult Protective Services, Child Welfare, and local community mental health agencies.

• Familiarity with abuse and neglect Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), Oregon Revised Statutes (ORSs) and their interpretations around abuse and neglect.
• Ability and familiarity with using Microsoft 365 products and navigating electronic record systems.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to timely response to allegations of abuse.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Effective communication skills.
• Thorough documentation and technical report writing skills.
• Ability to interview individuals with behavioral health concerns.

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Adult Protective Services Investigator is a working title. This position is classified as a Mental Health Services Coordinator, Senior. To review this classification, please use this link: Mental Health Services Coordinator, Senior - Protective Services.

Education and Experience:

• A Master's degree in a social service field and one (1) year of case management experience working with behavioral/mental health or developmental disabilities populations or other closely related populations.
  OR
• A Bachelor's degree in a social service field and three (3) years of case management experience working with behavioral/mental health or developmental disabilities populations or other closely related populations.
  OR
• Seven (7) years of case management experience working with behavioral/mental health or developmental disabilities populations or other closely related populations.

• Certification as an adult protective services investigator by the Oregon Office of Training, Investigations and Safety within six (6) months of hire is required.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County Policy. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy-Vehicles

• Please be advised that this position is required to pass a criminal background check post offer.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our commitment to you:
Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Steps of the process:

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs starting the week of when the posting closes. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied prior to the interview step depending on the number of applications received.
3. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions may be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
4. Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
5. Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will be required to successfully clear a driving record check and a third-party background check as pre-employment conditions and State of Oregon comprehensive background check as a condition of continuous employment.

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