Respond to Emergencies Analyze immediate risk and determine need for emergency response and type of response indicated. On all reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, the investigator must: Analyze the situation for immediate risk. Determine the need for emergency services. Whether the client lives alone or with others, and whether the situation is self-inflicted or […]
Miscellaneous
This section contains information not covered in the Pre-Academy Workbook that may help you as an APS Specialist.
Planning and Preparation
Planning and Preparation Begins with receipt and review of the APS report and consists of the following steps: Review the report after supervisory screening Obtain and analyze prior case file Analyze allegation and response need Obtain additional information Prepare for the initial face to face interview Initial Screening First opportunity to make judgments and decisions […]
Weigh the Evidence
Determine Validity Upon completion of the investigation the worker must reach a determination regarding each allegation. Each allegation must be determined as: Substantiated – the evidence collected indicates abuse, neglect or exploitation of an incapacitated adult is confirmed Unsubstantiated – the evidence collected indicates abuse, neglect or exploitation of an incapacitated adult is not confirmed […]
Response Priority and Definitions
Response Priority and Definitions Response Priority: Immediate response reports require that the investigation begins immediately, and that a face-to-face contact with the alleged victim is made upon the receipt of the report. Severe physical abuse: (external or internal) or sever physical neglect, which presents a potential risk of death or immediate and serious harm to […]
Program Coordination
The APS program is implemented in the field through APS Specialists, who are Office of Field Operations staff, located in the county DHS offices. The six DHS management areas each have an Area Director and APS Field Liaison. The Liaison provides technical assistance, quality assurance and support for the Counties, staff and area office in […]
APS Based in the Law
APS Based in the Law Title 43A, Sections 10-101 through 10-111 The language authorizing Adult Protective Services for vulnerable adults is found in this section of the law. Although this law is actually the Mental Health law, Adult Protective Services were given to the Department of Human Services to administer. Title 21, Section 843.1 The […]
APS Forms Quick Reference
APS Forms Quick Reference Form Cite & APS System Purpose of Form/Section Timeframes APS-1-AM(08AP101E) ** (340:5-5-5-1a) (LOGS) Tracks all reports by month for each county/APS specialist. Good management tool Completed upon receipt of the referral, then submitted to the state office by the 10th of the month for the preceding month. APS-1(O8AP001E) […]
Emergency Response in APS
Emergency Response in APS Emergency Situations in Adult Protective Services 3 Key elements in an emergency: the circumstances are such that the person could die or suffer serious physical consequences if the situation is not remedied and the situation presents an immediate danger to the person. or significant and unexplained depletion of the adult’s estate […]
Worker Safety
Worker Safety Intent of These Guidelines These general guidelines address your health and safety of Department as you provide services to families. Your safety is of utmost importance in the day to day delivery of services. Risks to health and safety are to be continually evaluated during service delivery. This evaluation begins with the first […]
Office of Client Advocacy
Office of Client Advocacy Advocate General Mark L. Jones Telephone: 405-525-4850 Toll Free: 1-800-522-8014 Fax: 405-525-4855 Mission Statement “Our mission is to provide advocacy assistance, conduct investigations and maintain grievance programs to promote client safety and independence and the delivery of the Department’s services and programs in a fair, honest and professional manner.” The Office […]