Family Services Specialist

Why You’ll Love This Position Join our dedicated team at the Department of Health and Senior Services, where you’ll be a vital part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference in the lives of the elderly and disabled. We’re passionate about protecting vulnerable populations and ensuring their safety, all while fostering a supportive work environment that values work‑life balance and professional growth. Embrace your passion for social services and help us create a healthier, safer Missouri! Job Location: Kansas City The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay. Responsibilities Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation among the elderly (age 60+) and disabled (ages 18+). Conduct home visits to observe living conditions and interview victims and their caregivers. Coordinate necessary interventions and ongoing protective services to ensure the safety of clients. Participate in on-call rotations to provide timely responses in critical situations. Travel within a multi-county area for home visits, hearings, and training sessions, using your personal vehicle as needed. Adult Protective Services Specialist I Four or more years of relevant experience in protective services, casework or case management, investigation of abuse/neglect or exploitation, in‑home care or intervention services for the elderly or vulnerable populations. Or Bachelor's degree in Social Work or other human services field. Adult Protective Services Specialist II Five or more years of relevant experience in protective services, casework or case management, investigation of abuse/neglect or exploitation, in‑home care or intervention services for the elderly or vulnerable populations. Or Bachelor's degree in Social Work or other human services field and one year of experience in protective services, casework or case management, investigation of abuse/neglect or exploitation, in‑home care or intervention services for the elderly or vulnerable populations. 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. Contact: Karen Worthington, Region 4 Regional Manager, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr