In-Home APS Investigator Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation/holidays/sick leave

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Department of Family and Protective Services in Houston seeks an APS Investigator Specialist I/II to protect elderly and disabled adults. The role involves interviewing clients and families, determining action plans, and providing ongoing services.

The position requires on-call availability and travel up to 75% of the time. New hires with a Master’s may receive a starting salary increase; the agency emphasizes professional development through certifications and a strong support network for

Qualifications

• Initial Screening Criteria outline a Bachelor's or Associate's degree or equivalent credit hours with relevant work experience.
• Understanding of social, human or protective services is beneficial.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and on-call in some situations.

Responsibilities

• Investigates reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of elderly or disabled adults.
• Provides services after hours to maintain 24-hour coverage.
• Develops individualized service plans and maintains case documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Cultural sensitivity

Relationship building

PC proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

60 credit hours

Tools

Office software

Job description

Department of Family and Protective Services in Houston seeks an APS Investigator Specialist I/II to protect elderly and disabled adults. The role involves interviewing clients and families, determining action plans, and providing ongoing services.

The position requires on-call availability and travel up to 75% of the time. New hires with a Master’s may receive a starting salary increase; the agency emphasizes professional development through certifications and a strong support network for