Protective Investigator for Vulnerable Adults

My Florida Families; Florida; Presencial; USD 33.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to protect vulnerable adults and coordinate safety actions. You will interview families, assess risk, and work with law enforcement and healthcare partners to ensure timely protections.

Responsibilities include investigations, community coordination, and reporting; the role requires agility, strong judgment, and ability to operate in dynamic field conditions.

Formación

• Requires high school diploma or GED with four years law enforcement or active military service; or associate degree/60+ credits with two years professional work experience; or bachelor’s degree.
• Diploma/degree must be conferred or in progress with transcripts provided within 30 days of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation and work to prevent recurrence.
• Meet with the vulnerable adult in person within 24 hours of receiving a report to assess safety.
• Coordinate emergency services including medical evaluations, temporary placement, and court intervention when needed.
• Gather information through interviews, observations, and records; assess safety and mental capacity.
• Coordinate with state agencies, law enforcement and prosecutors to provide justice for vulnerable adults.
• Connect adults with resources to improve quality of life and support independence.
• Build relationships with community organizations involved in protective investigations.

Educación

Associate degree or 60+ credit hours

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to protect vulnerable adults and coordinate safety actions. You will interview families, assess risk, and work with law enforcement and healthcare partners to ensure timely protections.

Responsibilities include investigations, community coordination, and reporting; the role requires agility, strong judgment, and ability to operate in dynamic field conditions.