Adult Protective Services Specialist I/II (4665097)

State of Missouri; Buffalo (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a dedicated professional to protect seniors and adults with disabilities. You will investigate abuse, conduct home visits, and coordinate protective services, while participating in an on-call rotation. A Bachelor's degree or higher is required, with prior experience in adult protective services preferred.

This role offers benefits and pension eligibility. Join a mission-driven team protecting Missourians who are most vulnerable, with opportunities for

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 to be in an on call rotation with other members of your team.

Skills

Strong communication

Interviewing

Independent work

Resilience and critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Job Location

This position will be located at 719 N. Ash, Buffalo, MO 65622/Dallas county

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.

• 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.

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 or higher level degree from an accredited college or university.
• For the APS Specialist II position, one or more years of experience in Adult Protective Services or other related human services field.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

• includes a defined pension plan
• generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• 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.

Nola Dodge, Regional Manager - [e-mail] or 573-441-6204