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ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60050787 Date: Jan 7, 2026
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website.
Requisition No:867737
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60050787
Position Number:60050787
Salary: $37,000.08 annually / $1,423.07 bi-weekly
This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS or Career Service.
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
How you will make an impact
This professional position investigates allegations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect and financial exploitation against vulnerable adults and mitigates the risk factors involved. Clients served include those residing in the community and alternative care facilities. Vulnerable adults in crisis need quick action from strong, compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring their safety.
What you will do
Be part of a team dedicated to protecting Florida’s vulnerable adults by meeting Florida’s nationally leading standards for Adult Protective Services investigations and protections.
Your first priority will be the vulnerable adult’s safety.
Assess safety concerns and mental capacity by meeting the vulnerable adult within 24 hours of receiving a report.
Coordinate emergency services including medical evaluations, temporary placement, and court intervention when the person cannot make decisions for themselves.
Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation and work to prevent reoccurrence.
Gather critical information about vulnerable adults and others involved in the case through interviews, observations, and analysis of criminal history, prior APS involvement, and records uncovered during investigations.
Coordinate with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors to provide justice for vulnerable adults.
Connect vulnerable adults with agency and community resources to provide wrap‑around services needed to improve quality of life.
Build relationships with organizations involved with adult protective investigations such as community services, advocacy groups, law enforcement, medical personnel, and other community resources.
At the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) we believe in investing in our highly skilled workforce. Through our Career Ladder program you will have the opportunity to increase your salary by completing targeted courses designed to enhance your knowledge and expertise in Adult Protective Services.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of law enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or status that current service reflects serving honorably);
or
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university and two years of professional work experience (or two years of law enforcement experience or active military service);
or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Examples of professional work experience could be, although not limited to:
Guardian Ad Litem or similar child advocate role
Family Support Worker
Group Home Worker
Teacher's Assistant/Aide
Therapeutic Assistant
Family Intervention Specialist
Home Health Aide
Nurse (LPN or RN) or similar profession
Nursing Facility Assistant
EMT
Other welfare, education or medical professional jobs that occur in high‑paced, high‑stress environments that require critical decision‑making to occur.
Valid Driver License and vehicle ownership required. Must possess operational private vehicle for work activities and provide proof of vehicle registration and insurance within 30 days of employment.
Must attend a 6‑8 week mandatory training course.
Additional Information/Requirements
This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work and is 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.
Incumbents may be exposed to possible hazardous conditions in the field.
Background Screening Requirement
Any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment and be screened in accordance with applicable statutes.
Selective Service
Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System prior to 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Managing time, assessing, planning, intervening, evaluating, documenting, engaging, teaming, and taking appropriate actions related to domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse, and establishing effective relationships with colleagues and professional competencies.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
Location
QUINCY, FL, US 32351
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60050787 Date: Jan 7, 2026
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website.
Requisition No:867737
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60050787
Position Number:60050787
Salary: $37,000.08 annually / $1,423.07 bi-weekly
This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS or Career Service.
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
How you will make an impact
This professional position investigates allegations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect and financial exploitation against vulnerable adults and mitigates the risk factors involved. Clients served include those residing in the community and alternative care facilities. Vulnerable adults in crisis need quick action from strong, compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring their safety.
What you will do
Be part of a team dedicated to protecting Florida’s vulnerable adults by meeting Florida’s nationally leading standards for Adult Protective Services investigations and protections.
Your first priority will be the vulnerable adult’s safety.
Assess safety concerns and mental capacity by meeting the vulnerable adult within 24 hours of receiving a report.
Coordinate emergency services including medical evaluations, temporary placement, and court intervention when the person cannot make decisions for themselves.
Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation and work to prevent reoccurrence.
Gather critical information about vulnerable adults and others involved in the case through interviews, observations, and analysis of criminal history, prior APS involvement, and records uncovered during investigations.
Coordinate with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors to provide justice for vulnerable adults.
Connect vulnerable adults with agency and community resources to provide wrap‑around services needed to improve quality of life.
Build relationships with organizations involved with adult protective investigations such as community services, advocacy groups, law enforcement, medical personnel, and other community resources.
At the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) we believe in investing in our highly skilled workforce. Through our Career Ladder program you will have the opportunity to increase your salary by completing targeted courses designed to enhance your knowledge and expertise in Adult Protective Services.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of law enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or status that current service reflects serving honorably);
or
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university and two years of professional work experience (or two years of law enforcement experience or active military service);
or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Examples of professional work experience could be, although not limited to:
Guardian Ad Litem or similar child advocate role
Family Support Worker
Group Home Worker
Teacher's Assistant/Aide
Therapeutic Assistant
Family Intervention Specialist
Home Health Aide
Nurse (LPN or RN) or similar profession
Nursing Facility Assistant
EMT
Other welfare, education or medical professional jobs that occur in high‑paced, high‑stress environments that require critical decision‑making to occur.
Valid Driver License and vehicle ownership required. Must possess operational private vehicle for work activities and provide proof of vehicle registration and insurance within 30 days of employment.
Must attend a 6‑8 week mandatory training course.
Additional Information/Requirements
This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work and is 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.
Incumbents may be exposed to possible hazardous conditions in the field.
Background Screening Requirement
Any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment and be screened in accordance with applicable statutes.
Selective Service
Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System prior to 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Managing time, assessing, planning, intervening, evaluating, documenting, engaging, teaming, and taking appropriate actions related to domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse, and establishing effective relationships with colleagues and professional competencies.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
Location
QUINCY, FL, US 32351
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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