Aging Care Manager 2 - Assessment Unit (Local Government) - Luzerne-Wyoming Coun
Wilkes-Barre, PA 
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Job Description
THE POSITION

Are you a compassionate, dedicated, and organized professional who is devoted to the overall well-being of our senior population? If so, Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is eager to welcome an Aging Care Manager 2 to play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to those we serve. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We look forward to meeting you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Aging Care Manager 2 for the Assessment Unit, you will be assigned approximately 35 to 40 cases each month through the AAA intake and referral process. You will be responsible for conducting the initial field visit with consumers, their family members, and others, either in their homes or long-term care facilities, in order to determine an appropriate level of care. You must exercise strong critical thinking skills and the ability to accurately and efficiently prioritize work based upon assigned cases and the safety and needs of the client.


You will assist walk-in clients with completion of forms such as PACE, rebates, transportation applications, and more, in addition to completing statistical reports, travel vouchers, and participating in conference calls, webinars, workshops, and mandatory trainings. Within this role, it is vital to maintain a current working knowledge of available community support services, as well as eligibility guidelines, and create positive working relationships with consumers, outside agencies, the general public, and other staff members.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Six months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1; or
  • Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
  • Six months of professional human services or nursing experience; and a bachelor's degree in social sciences, behavioral sciences, human services, or a closely related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Carbon, Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Schuylkill, Sullivan, or Wyoming counties. If no eligible candidates who live within these counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

  • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
  • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
    • your score may be lower than deserved.
    • you may be disqualified.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.
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    Job Summary
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Full Time
    Hours per Week
    37.5
    Salary and Benefits
    $40,693.89 Annually
    Required Education
    Bachelor's Degree
    Required Experience
    0 to 1 year
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