Job Location: This position will be located at 1110 E. 7th Street, Suite 12, Joplin, MO/Jasper County. This position will be responsible for covering assigned cases in the counties of Jasper, Barton, Cedar, and Dade.
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, 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.
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.
- 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.
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:
Eric Johnson, Regional Manager, Eric.Johnson@health.mo.gov , (417) 895-6454.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.