ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR

Requisition No: 881323 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60021917 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60021917 Salary: This position will be hired at the salary of $1,576.93 bi-weekly; or within compliance of DCF salary Posting Closing Date: 08/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool THIS POSITION WILL BE RECLASSIFED AS A SENIOR ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR UPON APPOINTMENT *** Compensation Plan OCCUPATION PROFILE JOB FAMILY: COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICES OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: COUNSELING AND SOCIAL WORK OCCUPATION: COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICE SPECIALISTS, ALL OTHER SALARY: This position will be hired at the salary of $1,576.93 bi-weekly; or within compliance of DCF salary policy. LOCATION: Circuit 10 CLOSING DATE: 8/10/26 Benefits Annual and Sick Leave Package Ten Paid Holidays Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance and Optional Supplemental Insurance Educational Benefits (tuition waiver) Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation plans offered Bi-annual vehicle insurance stipend Duties And Responsibilities This is professional work protecting vulnerable adults and conducting investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, self-neglect and exploitation of vulnerable adults. This position will assume a mentor role and be a model of adult protective service practice to other Adult Protective Investigators (APIs). Conducts investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, financial exploitation or self-neglect of vulnerable adults; Collects information through observation and interviews with the vulnerable adults, relatives, and other parties associated with the case, as well as analysis of criminal, past service history and other records; Conducts interviews with subjects and collaterals of the reports and collect evidentiary information through observations and materials. Assess the mental capacity of the vulnerable adult, danger threats, vulnerabilities and caregiver capacities to determine whether a vulnerable adult is safe or not safe; Maintains thorough documentation in the appropriate database information system(s) Identifies the service needs of the vulnerable adult and determines the level of intervention needed to include voluntary services or court ordered protective services; Accurately prepares investigative reports and petitions for court proceedings Evaluates evidence from investigations and prepares reports of findings; Responsible for mentoring adult protective investigators and serves as a mentor for new Adult Protective Investigators during their probationary period. Serves as the Acting Unit Supervisor when the Adult Protective Investigations Supervisor is unavailable or on extended leave. Liaises with the APS Program Office regarding unit training needs, staffing issues and heightened mentoring/coaching requirements for new adult protective investigators. Works closely with law enforcement and partner agencies such as the Department of Elder Affairs; Agency for Persons with Disabilities and the Agency for Health Care Administration; Assists victims with temporary emergency shelter placement and other emergency services. Notifies state attorney, law enforcement, state agencies and other required individuals as appropriate; Provides vulnerable adults with service linkages to agency and community resources; Provides expert testimony and documentation in matters relating to abuse, neglect, abandonment and exploitation when judicial action is necessary. Reports suspicion of abuse, neglect, exploitation or self-neglect to the Florida Abuse Hotline; Establishes and maintains working relationships with organizations involved with adult protective investigations such as community services, advocacy groups, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community resources. Performs duties as assigned in the evenings, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis. The incumbent will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Florida Abuse Hotline, APD, law enforcement investigations, licensed health care, children and family services, child support enforcement, economic self-sufficiency services or mental health. Some specific college education degrees can substitute for experience. Preference will be given to applicants with twenty-four months or greater experience. No formal discipline actions in the past 24 months Knowledge, Skills And Abilities This work requires a high degree of tact, patience, and courtesy dealing with vulnerable adults. Incumbents in this class must be able to maintain a calm, professional demeanor while handling a variety of emergency and non-emergency calls. The work requires independent judgment and initiative to complete field assignments. Typing and good time management skills are necessary for this job. Knowledge of investigative techniques and practices Experience in emergency, tactical or customer/public complaint interactions utilizing communication technology, including basic computer and typing skills Knowledge of interviewing and observation techniques Knowledge of family dynamics and functioning Knowledge of Chapter 415, Florida Statutes, Adult Protective Services Act and the Department of Children and Families, Adult Protective Investigations and Services Policy and Procedures. Skill in researching and utilization of internet sites to gather information Ability to assess service needs and facilitate appropriate service delivery Ability to write professional, accurate investigative reports Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews Ability to understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures Ability to collect and synthesize evidentiary materials Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Ability to utilize computer systems and work in a paperless environment Ability to mentor and coach new and existing protective investigators. Special Requirements A valid driver’s license and safe driving history. Must own, or have access to, a licensed, operational, insured automobile that would be available for completing fieldwork daily. Must be able to work weekends and schedules on a rotating basis as necessary. Special Note This position has been designated as an essential position. Incumbents are expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and may be required to work before, during and beyond normal work hours/days. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. #J-18808-Ljbffr