Protective Caseworker

ELDER SERVICES OF CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS IN·Dennis, Massachusetts

$37 - $37/hrFull Time Hybrid 2-5 yrsPosted 14 days ago

Practice for this role

Protective Caseworker · $37 - $37/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+25% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Massachusetts ($30.00/hr, n=3374)

3 similar openings in the Dennis area

$5.00/hr · lowesthighest · $10,400/hr

this role: $37.36/hrmedian $30.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 3,374 posted behavioral health roles in Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 70th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 25% above the Massachusetts median for behavioral health roles.

The Protective Services Worker manages service delivery and provides crisis intervention to ensure the safety and security of the elderly. They act as an advocate and coordinator of services while maintaining professional standards within the program parameters.

We are currently looking to hire a

Protective Services Worker

Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands welcomes everyone, without exception!

ESCCI is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to promoting welfare, enhancing the quality of life, and maintaining the dignity of elders in Barnstable, Dukes (except Gosnold), and Nantucket Counties. The organization acts as a central source for information and referral, as an advocate, collaborator, and catalyst, as a coordinator of services and care, as an educator, and as a provider of direct services.

Our incredible benefits package includes

Comprehensive health insurance with employer-paid deductible, employee’s responsible for portion of premium deducted from pay
3 weeks’ vacation accrual, 3 weeks sick accrual, 5 personal days (prorated for part time)
12 paid holidays
403b retirement with 6% Employer salary contribution
Option to work 1 or 2 days remotely, based on department need AND option to work 4-day work week (after completion of probation period)
…and so much more
visit our website for a complete list of benefits.

The Protective Services Worker is responsible for crisis intervention, advocacy, and management of service delivery to resolve the crisis issues and protect the safety and security needs of the elderly within the parameters of the program. Monday- Friday, 9a-5p, 34 hours per week plus unpaid one hour lunch each day. $37.36 per hour.

What do you need to be considered for this position?

Ability to collaborate, take initiative, provide/receive feedback.

Ability to communicate, build rapport and work with the elderly and community resources

Ability to work independently and professionally.

Excellent computer skills required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Valid MA driver’s license and car required

A Master’s degree from an accredited school in social work, psychology, counseling, human development, nursing, or gerontology plus at least 1 year of experience in counseling or case management preferably in a PS or crisis intervention capacity OR a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school (in above listed fields) plus at least 2 years’ experience.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree with at least 1 year of experience or a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience in social work, psychology, or related fields. A valid Massachusetts driver's license and access to a car are required for daily travel.

bachelor degree
postgraduate degree
Communication
Advocacy
Collaboration
Professionalism
Initiative
Rapport building
Verbal communication
Written communication
Computer skills
Independent work
Crisis intervention
Case management

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $37 - $37/hr
Location: Dennis, Massachusetts
Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Application: Employer website

Behavioral health roles remain active in Massachusetts

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