Adult Protective Service Specialist
State of OregonAbout the role
Initial Posting Date:
02/23/2026Application Deadline:
03/11/2026Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,954 - $7,592Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Adult Protective Service SpecialistJob Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity Waits!
Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal, state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly, people with disabilities and communities? Then, we want to hear from you!
Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking a compassionate individual for an Adult Protective Service Investigator position in our Hillsboro office.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Click here to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities.
Summary of duties:
This position receives, screens and investigates reports concerning abuse, neglect and exploitation committed against older adults and adults with physical disabilities. Investigations occur in community-based long term care facilities and the community at large. Investigators will also provide plans of safety and prevention to mitigate current and/or future incidents of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Investigators make referrals and/or work with community partners as components of Adult Protective Services.
WHAT YOU NEED TO QUALIFY/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS(MQ’s):
A Bachelor's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;
OR
An Associate's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience.
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelor's degree; 18 months for an Associates.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
Experience working in investigations (i.e. civil, legal, criminal or abuse/neglect).
Experience interviewing people to gather and verify information related to abuse, neglect and/or self-neglect.
Experience with navigating multiple windows-based software applications including Microsoft applications and inputting data into those systems.
Experience with written documentation and an ability to write detailed, analytical, concise reports
Attention all candidates!
Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualification
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