About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Adult Protective Services (APS) Specialist to investigate and respond to allegations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults. This role requires regular field work and collaboration with families, caregivers, and the courts.

• Receive and investigate APS intakes and complete thorough documentation.
• Assess capacity, safety, and immediate needs; determine appropriate voluntary or involuntary interventions.
• Coordinate and monitor service plans; make collateral contacts to gather background information.
• Prepare legal forms, initiate court proceedings when necessary, attend hearings, and provide testimony.
• Serve as a temporary guardian within court-ordered boundaries when required.
• Perform follow-up visits and ongoing case management per policy.
• Apply self-protection techniques and follow agency safety protocols during field visits.
• For Level I: Participate in the APS New Worker Training Academy and support higher-level specialists during investigations.

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Minimum Qualifications

Level I — Adult Protective Services Specialist

• Bachelor’s degree in any field is required.

Level II — Adult Protective Services Specialist

• Master’s degree in a related field; OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus one year of professional social work experience.

Notes:

• The complexity of assignments and salary offered depend on the level of qualification and experience.
• Extensive travel is required; a valid driver’s license and maintained car insurance are mandatory.
• This position is within the Oklahoma Civil Service system.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Level I (H26A): $38,857.35 per year + full state employee benefits.
• Level II (H26B): $41,770.20 per year + full state employee benefits.
• Full-time employment with access to state benefits (health, retirement, leave, etc.).

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Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong assessment and investigative skills with attention to detailed documentation.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and coordinating with community providers.
• Professional judgment in high-stakes situations and the ability to testify in court.
• Empathy and excellent communication skills when interacting with adults, families, and providers.
• Willingness to complete required APS training and ongoing professional development.

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Additional Information

• Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and required vehicle insurance.
• This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
• Announcement Number: 26-BB206 — 83000216/JR66696
• Confidential Client is a Fair Chance Employer. If you have questions, please contact the listed recruitment channel on the official posting.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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