Adult Protective Services Investigator | Protect Vulnerable Adults

State of Washington; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington in Aberdeen, WA is seeking an Adult Protective Services Investigator to protect vulnerable adults. You will conduct in-person investigations of abuse and neglect, gather information from multiple sources, and collaborate with law enforcement and healthcare partners.

You will work in the community, meeting individuals in homes or facilities to assess safety, prepare service plans, and provide advocacy and support while upholding rights and dignity.

Qualifications

• Investigative skill to analyze reports and determine abuse/neglect.
• Risk assessment to identify safety concerns and necessary actions.
• Clear communication with adults, families, and professionals.
• Professional judgment balancing safety, rights, and resources.
• Accurate documentation of investigations and findings.
• Cultural awareness when engaging with diverse individuals.
• Tech literacy to document investigations and manage cases.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and healthcare partners.

Responsibilities

• Interview witnesses and vulnerable adults to investigate abuse, neglect, abandonment or exploitation.
• Visit homes, hospitals, and community locations to assess living situations and safety.
• Gather and evaluate information from records and professionals to determine findings.
• Document investigations and required reports in state systems and records.
• Work with law enforcement, medical providers, and community organizations to address safety needs.
• Provide advocacy and support to vulnerable adults during difficult situations.
• Develop service plans promoting safety while respecting rights.
• Present findings in case review meetings and collaborate on complex situations.
• Prepare written reports and respond to inquiries from community members.

Skills

Investigative interviewing

Risk assessment

Communication

Professional judgment

Documentation

Cultural awareness

Technology skills

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice or allied field

Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice or allied field

Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience totaling 6 years

Job description

State of Washington in Aberdeen, WA is seeking an Adult Protective Services Investigator to protect vulnerable adults. You will conduct in-person investigations of abuse and neglect, gather information from multiple sources, and collaborate with law enforcement and healthcare partners.

You will work in the community, meeting individuals in homes or facilities to assess safety, prepare service plans, and provide advocacy and support while upholding rights and dignity.