Adult Protective Services Specialist I/II
State of Missouri St. Louis City, Missouri, United States
- Location: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States
- Categories: Human and Social Services, Public Health
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Dec 21, 2024
Job Description:
Adult Protective Services Specialist I/II
Description
Job Location: This position will be located at 8501 Lucas & Hunt Road. Ste. 230, St. Louis, MO 63136.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.
- Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the elderly (age 60+) and disabled (ages 18+).
- Conduct home vistis 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.
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.
- 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.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .