Job Location: This position will be located in St. Charles, MO.

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.

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.

What you need for success:

• 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.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Carey Boyer, APS Regional Manager 5 – carey.boyer@health.mo.gov 573-751-6914

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.