Protective Services Worker

Protective services Worker - Full Time  Franklin County

An exciting full time opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to elder protective services. The position primarily serves Franklin county area with some coverage of the Berkshires.. The Protective Service Worker (PSW) conducts thorough assessments of reports of elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self-neglect. The PSW  provides services and/or referrals to help mitigate risks.. The successful candidate will be competent in forming positive partnerships with local agencies and affiliated professionals involved with providing protective services and supports.  Successful applicants will have outstanding crisis intervention skills, be detail oriented, and have excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Ideal candidate will have excellent:

* Interpersonal skills                                  * Documentation & Record keeping accuracy

* Computer proficiency                              * Time Management

* Clinical skills                                           * Ability to establish positive relations

* Flexibility                                                 * Compliance/Regulations Experience

A Bachelors' degree in social work,human services, criminal justice, public health, gerontology or related field or advanced studies and at least three years experience in related fields are required.  Must have crisis intervention experience.    , 

Position pays $24 per hr, 6% pay differential for bilingual skills, and is a full time M-F 35 hour work week position with a requirement to be available to work off hours in emergencies and to attend training. Opportunity to earn additional compensation by serving on the on-call team after six months of service but not required.  This is a key position accompanied with  mileage reimbursement, excellent work environment  and an outstanding benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Company paid Life Insurance, Short term disability and HRA, Additionally the position offers a  401K retirement plan, flex scheduling/hybrid work options and generous paid time off . Submit your cover letter and resume to sash@lifepathma.org please put "PS”in the subject line.LifePath is deeply committed to anti-racism and the principles of equity, diversity and inclusiveness. Bi-lingual, minorities, women and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE

A Bachelors' degree in social work,human services, criminal justice, public health, gerontology or related field or advanced studies and at least three years experience in related fields are required.  Must have crisis intervention experience. Must have rliable transportation, driver's license and be willing to travel throughout assigned area.