Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist 1 - Grade 16

Positions in this title can be hired through NY HELPS

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This title exists in Justice Center and has approximately 67 positions.

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Salary Information for Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist Trainee
Title Grade Hiring Rate/yr Job Rate/yr
Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist Trainee 13 $49,363 $63,169
Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist 1 16 $58,247 $74,135
Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist 2 20 $72,032 $91,381
Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist 3 23 $84,156 $106,454
Assnt Dir Vulnerable Persons Central Register 29 $114,976 $140,815
Dir Vulnerable Persons Central Register 31 $127,433 $155,130

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Job Duties

A Vulnerable Persons Protection Specialist 1 receives information via telephone or electronic web form pertaining to allegations of abuse, neglect and significant incidents involving vulnerable persons from mandated reporters and others.  Determines the type of response needed based on an initial risk assessment, to ensure the health and safety of vulnerable persons involved and ensure that all appropriate parties are informed of the event, including the police if appropriate.  Elicits from callers essential information, including the problem, allegation, and complaint, names of the parties involved, address, and other details relevant to the alleged incident.   Evaluates the information received against the various laws and regulations associated with the jurisdiction of the Justice Center and State oversight agencies with respect to abuse, neglect and significant incidents.    Evaluates reported allegation to determine whether information is sufficient to constitute a reportable incident; redirects callers to other appropriate agencies or entities when necessary.  Documents all aspects of the information received from the reporter and actions taken as a result of the information received and the assessment conducted.  Prepares clear and concise written summary of reported incident as described by the caller.  Assigns and transmits notification of the report to appropriate staff for follow up.

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Summary of Minimum Qualifications

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Mobility Options

Career mobility is not just limited to the titles in the Career Ladder, above. Additional movement may be achieved through transfers opportunities or other examinations.

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