Aging Care Manager 2 (Local Government) - Northumberland County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Northumberland County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Northumberland County Area Agency on Aging is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Aging Care Manager 2 to help older individuals and their families navigate care options, access vital services, and maintain independence with dignity. This position gives you the opportunity to positively impact the lives of older adults while building a rewarding career in aging services within a supportive, mission-driven environment. Bring your commitment to service and your ability to connect with others to a team that values your work!

Requirements

• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or Six months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1; 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.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Able to perform essential job functions.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Northumberland County.

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans based on evaluations of daily living needs, health status, and available supports
• Refer individuals to agencies and programs that can provide additional assistance
• Help older adults understand and use services such as Social Security and Medicare
• Review case information and prepare reports, histories, and documentation
• Work with hospitals, clinics, and community resources to support client needs
• Oversee staff work when required and assist with operational needs

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level