Adult Protective Service Specialist

A Bachelor’s Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;
OR An Associate’s Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience
Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree; 18 months for an Associates.

Investigates complaints of abuse or neglect, plan the scope and direction of the investigation, interview alleged victims, perpetrators or witnesses, and review documents and records.
Provides local support to offices through report review, collaborate with local office investigators, and conduct selected investigations.
After screening and triage, conducts a preliminary assessment of the alleged victim’s safety, possible risks to the investigator or other factors; determines need for the emergency intervention.
Applies administrative statues, administrative rules, and facility regulations regarding abuse to investigate situations and determine finding.
Determines relevance, reliability, and credibility of gathered information and evidence.
Coordinates actions with law enforcement, District Attorneys, or other community partners to arrange for victim’s safety and security.
Writes investigative reports that include summary of evidence and witness statements, conclusions, and recommended action in accordance with DHS rules and polices.
Visits individuals to monitor living and safety conditions. Intervene in situations where adults are at high-risk of abuse or neglect within their living situations and develops intervention plans.
Continues to monitor, reassess, and arrange intervention until level of harm is reduced or in accordance with policy timeline.