Monday, April 15, 2013

Job Position: APS Caseworker





NEW MEXICO STATE PERSONNEL OFFICE
invites applications for the position of:
APS Caseworker
(Job # 2013-00265)
(Repost)
SALARY:
                                                               $14.68 - $26.11 Hourly
                                                               $30,534.40 - $54,308.80 Annually

OPENING DATE:                                                              01/19/13
CLOSING DATE:                                                              02/01/13 11:59 PM
DEPARTMENT:                                                                Aging & Long-Term Services Dpt
LOCATION:                                                                     Albuquerque

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Reminder ABOVE the Purpose:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: To ensure that your application is completed correctly, please include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your NEOGOV application only. You are not required to copy and paste or attach a resume and will not have an option to do this beginning March 1, 2013.

Purpose of Position

This position Investigates adult abuse/neglect referrals, assess risk and safety of the Adult and take appropriate intervention action, provide testimony in court, prepare cases for transfer to APS treatment, document all actions, and may be required to initiate medical case management activities for eligible clients. This position plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of an Adult Protective Services investigations program.

THIS JOB POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES.

This positon is a Pay Band 65.

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology and/or Family Studies/Services and two (2) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Only for positions within the Department of Health: Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid NM drivers license, and must have own mode of transportation for daily client-related travel. Personal vehicle and operation of it must be in compliance with all applicable State of New Mexico statues and regulations. Pre-employment background investigation is required, and extensive statewide travel is required.

Statutory Requirements:
N/A


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office and field setting, client homes, or institutions. Risk of injury from hostile clients is possible. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. Travel is required

Conditions of Employment:

Working Conditions for individual positions in this classification will vary based on each agency’s utilization, essential functions, and the recruitment needs at the time a vacancy is posted. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Bargaining Unit:
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Agency Contact Information:
Ed Fox, Regional Manager, (505) 841-4529


APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.spo.state.nm.us

2600 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Job #2013-00265
APS CASEWORKER (ALTSD #8559 +)
 
It is the policy of the Aging & Long-Term Services Department to afford all employees and applicants Equal Employment Opportunity.  No one will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex or sexual orientation. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that we verify an employee’s identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

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