Communication Skills, Conferences, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Database Technology, Fund Management, Law Enforcement, Legal, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Organizational Skills, People Management, Protective Services, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Regulations, Risk, Staff Policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Treatment Plan
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-4
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LAFAYETTE COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES