<p>Department</p> <p>Department of Human Services</p> <p>Division</p> <p>Social/Human Services</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$71,077.00 - $79,809.00</p> <p>Job Profile</p> <p>JC-02709400-20 - Principal Resource Specialist (Council 94 Local 2883 BHDDH DOH)</p> <p>Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours</p> <p>Monday - Friday</p> <p>8:30 am to 4:00 pm</p> <p>Non-Standard/Non-Exempt</p> <p>Restricted/limited to the leave of the prior incumbent.</p> <p>The individual hired to fill this position is being hired into an E-Verify site which contains Federal tax Information (FTI), as defined in IRS Publication 1075. Although the individual may not have direct access to FTI, the individual is required to have their employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.</p> <p>https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf</p> <p>https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf</p> <p>Job Requisition Number</p> <p>JR102397 PRINCIPAL RESOURCE SPECIALIST (Open Date: 04/29/2026)</p> <p>Pay Grade</p> <p>C00328 A</p> <p>Classification</p> <p>Principal Resource Specialist</p> <p>Class Definition</p> <p>GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To carry out extremely complex technical, analytical, evaluative, administrative and liaison work relative to the planning, development and implementation of human resources programs on a statewide basis; to assist agencies involved with serving the needs of minorities, low income or other disadvantaged or vulnerable groups, and to carry out programs or elements of programs serving the needs of low income or other disadvantaged groups or individuals; as required, to supervise the work of other personnel engaged in such functions; and to do related work as required.</p> <p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior from whom assignments are received in outline form.</p> <p>SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, supervises and reviews the work of subordinate personnel assigned to assist.</p> <p>ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:</p> <ul> <li>To carry out extremely complex technical, analytical, evaluative, administrative and liaison work relative to the planning, development and implementation of human resources programs on a statewide basis. </li><li>To assist agencies involved with serving the needs of minorities, low income or other disadvantaged or vulnerable groups, and to carry out programs or elements of programs serving the needs of low income or other disadvantaged groups or individuals. </li><li>To plan, organize and supervise subordinate personnel in mobilizing human and economic resources to aid and assist deprived citizens in achieving their full social and economic potential. </li><li>To direct and coordinate the activities of state, local and community organizations in stimulating an interest in developing the human resources of the state, and carry out a leadership role in these activities. </li><li>To administer programs directed at meeting the needs of minorities, low income, or other disadvantaged or vulnerable population groups or individuals to enable them to achieve their full social and economic potential. </li><li>To provide technical assistance to community action agencies and other organizations and groups in developing human resources programs. </li><li>To do related work as required. </li></ul> <p>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:</p> <p>KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and developing human resources programs; a thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in the collection and organization of social and economic data used in human resources planning; the ability to plan and organize planning studies and surveys and administer programs to meet the needs of low income, disadvantaged or vulnerable groups or individuals; the ability to plan, organize, supervise and review the work of subordinate personnel; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with state, local and community organization officials and the general public; and related capacities and abilities.</p> <p>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</p> <p>Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing with specialization in social work, public administration or a closely related field; and</p> <p>Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible position supervising programs serving low-income, disadvantaged or vulnerable population groups.</p> <p>Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.</p> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>RI Office of Healthy Aging</p> <p>Adult Protective Services (APS) Unit Intake/Screener</p> <p>This position within the Office of Healthy Aging, reports to the Supervisor of Adult Protective Services.</p> <p>The Adult Protective Services Unit Investigator is an integral part of the Elder Rights and Safety Unit (ERS) that is responsible for investigating and alleviating the abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self-neglect of older adults in Rhode Island. Under the direction of the Adult Protective Services Supervisor the Adult Protective Services Unit Investigator will:</p> <ul> <li>Be cross trained in all programs within ERS Unit including Intake, Screening, Self-Neglect and Investigation with a focus on Investigations. </li><li>Work with a diverse population of older adults, families, and caregivers in the field of protective services. </li><li>Investigate allegations in accordance with state regulations and guidelines. </li><li>Collaborate with community partners to mitigate risk to Rhode Island's older adults. </li></ul> <p>Essential Functions / Tasks</p> <ul> <li>Receive and respond to reports of alleged abuse, neglect, exploitation and/or self-neglect of older adults. </li><li>Determine the validity of reported allegations and make appropriate referrals for APS clients, families and/or caregivers to community services and resources. </li><li>Perform field and site visits to APS clients to investigate the allegations of abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self - neglect. </li><li>Work collaboratively with RI APS community partners including local law enforcement to relieve the risk to the older adult. </li><li>Maintain accurate and timely case record keeping and documentation. </li><li>To identify needs, resources, and services available to victims, families, and caregivers. </li></ul> <p>Additional Functions</p> <ul> <li>Attend meetings and conferences related to RI APS. </li><li>Assist in intake and screening of APS reports when needed. </li><li>Respect and maintain confidentiality, professional protocols, and individual privacy. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Strong candidates will be able to demonstrate they</p> <ul> <li>Are committed to community-informed decision making. </li><li>Possess strong and effective communication skills. </li><li>Possess a proficient knowledge of computer programs and experience working with web-based data bases. </li><li>Take initiative, multi-task, possess good judgment, and work independently and as part of a team. </li><li>Can exercise a wide degree of independent judgment, decision making and action. </li><li>Are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, and protecting the rights and safety of older adults in Rhode Island. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.</p> <p>Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.</p>