The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Senior & Long-Term Care Division, Adult Protective Services Bureau.

Our mission at DPHHS is to improve and protect the health, well-being, and self-reliance of all Montanans throughout every stage of their life. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. Whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience, DPHHS has the opportunity for you!

The purpose of the Adult Protective Services (APS) Social Worker position is to follow up with and protect the elderly as well as adults with disabilities who are at-risk for adult maltreatment: abuse, neglect or exploitation. This position will provide person-centered services within a trauma-informed system to assure safety, protection, and well-being for adults who are at risk of or have been subjected to adult maltreatment. Responsibilities include: assessing individuals safety; determining appropriate interventions to control for safety threats; developing service plans for individuals to build protective capacities and autonomy and independence; implementing emergency petitions for guardianship, follow up service plans for at-risk adult regarding adult maltreatment, identifying and making referrals for services for at-risk adults in their community that ensure stability and meet requirements of established laws; and tracking progress of programs, assuring positive outcomes with regards to the adult’s well-being, including physical and mental health concerns.

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

What we can offer you

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities within the largest state agency in Montana.

What you can offer us

• Knowledge of adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

• Knowledge of the family systems, principles, and practices of social work and social services delivery.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Skill in dealing with individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Knowledge of child development, adult maltreatment prevention and treatment, and person-centered social work practice.

• Knowledge of the methods and procedures for Adult Protective Services.

• Knowledge of the laws and rules pertaining to Adult Protective Services such as emergency protective order, guardianship/conservatorship process.

For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact Shandee Cook at Shandee.cook2@mt.gov.

How to Apply

Submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.

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To be considered for any DPHHS position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. Successful applicant(s) are required to successfully pass all DPHHS specific background check(s) relevant to each position. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.