Adult Protective Services Specialist I/II (4664076)

State of Missouri; Liberty (MO); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Zusammenfassung

State of Missouri in Missouri is seeking a dedicated APS Specialist II to investigate abuse and neglect, conduct home visits, and coordinate protective services. The role supports vulnerable seniors and adults with disabilities across multiple counties.

You will travel locally, participate in hearings and trainings, and may be required to be on-call. A Bachelor's degree is required, with relevant experience accepted in lieu of education.

Qualifikationen

• High level communication and interviewing skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative within a team.
• Resilience, critical thinking, and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Bachelor's degree required; experience may substitute education as stated.

Aufgaben

• Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (60+) and disabled (18+).
• Conduct home visits to observe surroundings, interview victims and caregivers.
• Coordinate interventions and ongoing protective services needs.
• Be available for on-call rotation with team members.
• Travel locally to conduct visits, hearings and trainings; minimal overnight travel.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Independent work

Resilience

Critical thinking

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree (or substitution)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Location: This position will be located at 7000 Liberty Drive, Liberty, MO 64068.

Why You’ll Love This Position

Are you driven to protect seniors and adults with disabilities? Do you work well in challenging situations? If so, come join a team that is dedicated to advocating and helping Missouri's most vulnerable citizens. If you are passionate about helping others, apply for this position and make a difference in the lives of your fellow Missourians.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

What You’ll Do

• Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (age 60+) and disabled (ages 18+).
• Conduct home visits to observe surroundings, interview victims and caregivers.
• Coordinate interventions and ongoing protective services needs.
• Be available to be in an on call rotation with other members of your team.
• Travel within local multi-county area to conduct home visits, attend hearings and training sessions, utilizing your personal vehicle when necessary. Minimal overnight travel required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High level communication and interviewing skills.
• Able to work independently and show initiative within a team environment.
• Able to be resilient, think critically, and be innovative.
• Bachelor's degree (relevant experience such as LPN, RN, or social service supports, etc. experience may be substituted for each year of required education).
• For the APS Specialist II position, one or more years of experience in Adult Protective Services or other related human services field.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Karen Worthington, Region 4 Regional Manager, 660-582-0400, [e-mail]