Adult Protective Investigator: Protect Vulnerable Adults

My Florida CFO; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to assess and respond to reports of abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable adults. You will work to safeguard safety and independence, collaborating with family, caregivers and community partners.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and law enforcement or military experience, plus degree options; candidates must complete training and background checks and may work nights, weekends or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university and two years of professional work experience or two years of law enforcement or military service.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of law enforcement experience or active military service.

Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation and work to prevent recurrence.
• Assess safety concerns and mental capacity and meet the vulnerable adult in person within 24 hours of report receipt.
• Coordinate with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors to provide justice for vulnerable adults.
• Wrap around services by connecting vulnerable adults with agency and community resources to improve their quality of life.

Skills

Interviewing techniques

Emergency communications

Fact-finding

Analytical skills

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree or 60+ credit hours

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to assess and respond to reports of abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable adults. You will work to safeguard safety and independence, collaborating with family, caregivers and community partners.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and law enforcement or military experience, plus degree options; candidates must complete training and background checks and may work nights, weekends or