Senior & Disabled Protective Services Investigator

State-of-Missour; Potosi (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking an Adult Protective Services (APS) Specialist II to protect seniors and adults with disabilities. The role involves investigating reports of abuse, conducting home visits, interviewing victims and caregivers, and coordinating protective services across multiple counties from the Potosi area.

The position requires strong communication, independence, and resilience. Some travel and on-call duties are required, with benefits including a defined pension, generous leave,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related experience may substitute.
• Experience in Adult Protective Services or related human services field preferred (APS Specialist II).

Responsibilities

• Investigate 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

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking an Adult Protective Services (APS) Specialist II to protect seniors and adults with disabilities. The role involves investigating reports of abuse, conducting home visits, interviewing victims and caregivers, and coordinating protective services across multiple counties from the Potosi area.

The position requires strong communication, independence, and resilience. Some travel and on-call duties are required, with benefits including a defined pension, generous leave,