Mobile APS Investigator Specialist

Department Of Family And Protective Services; Beeville (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Department Of Family And Protective Services in Beeville, TX seeks an APS INV Specialist I to investigate elder and disabled adult abuse and coordinate protective services. The role requires field work, travel up to 85%, and occasionally after-hours coverage to ensure 24/7 protection.

The position emphasizes family services knowledge, safety planning, and collaboration with communities to safeguard vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in social, human, or protective services is preferred.
• Ability to interview clients and family members to assess safety needs.
• Proficiency with basic office software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Investigates reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of elderly or disabled adults to assess urgency.
• Provides services after hours and on weekends to maintain 24-hour coverage.
• Determines actions to remove immediate threats and drafts service plans.
• Develops individualized service plans and documents case progress.
• Gives presentations and participates in community awareness activities.
• Prepares routine and special management reports and may serve in lead capacity.

Skills

Interviewing

Communication

Safety protocols

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

60 accredited college credit hours

90 accredited college credit hours

Tools

Personal computer software

Job description

Department Of Family And Protective Services in Beeville, TX seeks an APS INV Specialist I to investigate elder and disabled adult abuse and coordinate protective services. The role requires field work, travel up to 85%, and occasionally after-hours coverage to ensure 24/7 protection.

The position emphasizes family services knowledge, safety planning, and collaboration with communities to safeguard vulnerable individuals.