Adult Protective Services Specialist I/II (4663SSS)

Remote: 
Full Remote
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Missouri (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in LPN, RN, social services, One or more years of experience in Adult Protective Services or related field for APS Specialist II.

Key responsabilities:

  • Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly and disabled individuals
  • Conduct home visits, coordinate interventions, and provide ongoing protective services

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Job description

Job Location: This position will be located at St. Louis City/St. Louis County.

Why You’ll Love This Position

Are you driven to protect seniors and adults with disabilities? Do you work well in challenging situations? If so, come join a team that is dedicated to advocating and helping Missouri's most vulnerable citizens. If you are passionate about helping others, apply for this position and make a difference in the lives of your fellow Missourians.

What You’ll Do

  • Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (age 60+) and disabled (ages 18+).
  • Conduct home visits to observe surroundings, 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 will be required with possible overnight stays and overtime.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 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.

All You Need For Success

Minimum Qualifications

  • High-level communication and interviewing skills.
  • Able to work independently and show initiative within a team environment.
  • Able to be resilient, think critically, and be innovative.
  • Individuals must meet one of the following qualifications.
  • Relevant experiences such as LPN, RN, social service support, etc. experience may be substituted for each year of the required education.
  • An Associate Degree with 2 years experience as described above, OR
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, OR
  • A Registered Nurse (RN) who is licensed and in good standing; OR A Licensed Practical Nurse who is licensed and in good standing with 1 or more years of experience working as an LPN.
  • For the APS Specialist II position, one or more years of experience in Adult Protective Services or other related human services fields.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

If You Have Questions About This Position Please Contact

Stacey Garner, Stacey.Garner@health.mo.gov , (314) 340-7351

This is an ongoing recruitment that expires every 30 days. If you do not receive a call that does not mean you were not qualified. Please continue to reapply and we will contact you when a position is available.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Other Skills

  • Teamwork

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