Field APS Investigator: Protect Vulnerable Adults

Department-of-Family-and-Protective-Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Dental/vision

Flexible spending

Job summary

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in Amarillo seeks an APS Investigator Specialist I to protect elderly and disabled adults. The role involves field/home visits, assessing risk, and coordinating protective services with families and agencies.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, strong communication skills, and willingness to work outside standard hours with travel up to 60% of the time. Health and retirement benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, and standards.
• Knowledge of Texas laws relating to adult protective services.
• Knowledge of gerontology and aging dynamics.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Able to establish effective working relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigates reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of elderly or disabled adults.
• Provides services after normal hours and on weekends for 24-hour coverage.
• Determines temporary or long-term actions to protect clients.
• Develops individualized service plans and documents cases.
• Makes presentations and participates in community awareness activities.
• Prepares routine and special reports for management.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in Amarillo seeks an APS Investigator Specialist I to protect elderly and disabled adults. The role involves field/home visits, assessing risk, and coordinating protective services with families and agencies.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, strong communication skills, and willingness to work outside standard hours with travel up to 60% of the time. Health and retirement benefits are included.