Protective Services Investigator (APS) – Field & On-Call

State-of-Missour; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking an APS Specialist II to protect vulnerable adults and seniors. You will investigate abuse and coordinate protective services, including home visits and hearings, within a multi-county area in Missouri. On-call shifts and some travel are required.

Ideal candidates have strong communication and interviewing skills, independence, and resilience. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is acceptable; experience in protective services is preferred.

Qualifications

• High level communication and interviewing skills.
• Able to work independently and show initiative within a team environment.
• Resilient with critical and innovative thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (60+) and disabled (18+).
• Conduct home visits to observe surroundings, and 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.
• Travel within local multi-county area to conduct home visits, attend hearings and training sessions, utilizing your personal vehicle when necessary. Minimal overnight travel required.

Skills

Communication

Interviewing

Independence

Resilience

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The State of Missouri is seeking an APS Specialist II to protect vulnerable adults and seniors. You will investigate abuse and coordinate protective services, including home visits and hearings, within a multi-county area in Missouri. On-call shifts and some travel are required.

Ideal candidates have strong communication and interviewing skills, independence, and resilience. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is acceptable; experience in protective services is preferred.