Protective Services Investigator I/II — Adults & Seniors

State of Missouri; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri's Adult Protective Services team in Fulton seeks an APS Specialist II to protect seniors and adults with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. You will conduct home visits to observe surroundings and interview victims and caregivers, coordinating interventions and ongoing protective services needs.

You may participate in on-call rotations. A bachelor's degree with related experience is required; a defined pension plan, generous leave, and health insurance

Qualifications

• High level communication and interviewing skills.
• Able to work independently and show initiative within a team environment.
• Able to be 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.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in APS or human services

Job description

The State of Missouri's Adult Protective Services team in Fulton seeks an APS Specialist II to protect seniors and adults with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. You will conduct home visits to observe surroundings and interview victims and caregivers, coordinating interventions and ongoing protective services needs.

You may participate in on-call rotations. A bachelor's degree with related experience is required; a defined pension plan, generous leave, and health insurance