Senior & Disability Protective Services Advocate

State of Missouri; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Leave and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking an APS Specialist II to protect elders and adults with disabilities. You will investigate reports of abuse, travel to clients' homes, and coordinate protective services, often in challenging circumstances.

This role requires strong communication, independent initiative, and resilience. A Bachelor's degree is required and relevant experience in adult protective services is preferred. On-call rotation and multi-county travel are routine elements of the position.

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.
• Bachelor's degree (relevant experience such as LPN, RN, or social service supports, etc. experience may be substituted for each year of required education).
• For the APS Specialist II position, one or more years of experience in Adult Protective Services or other related human services field.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (age 60+) and disabled (ages 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

APS experience

Communication

Interviewing

Independent work

Resilience

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking an APS Specialist II to protect elders and adults with disabilities. You will investigate reports of abuse, travel to clients' homes, and coordinate protective services, often in challenging circumstances.

This role requires strong communication, independent initiative, and resilience. A Bachelor's degree is required and relevant experience in adult protective services is preferred. On-call rotation and multi-county travel are routine elements of the position.