Aging Care Manager 3 (Bilingual - Spanish/English) (Local Government)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lehigh County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual Aging Care Manager 3 role with the Lehigh County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) offers a meaningful path to support older adults who need protection and guidance. This position allows you to make a real difference by helping individuals remain safe and independent. Join a team committed to serving a diverse community with care and respect. This role focuses on safeguarding older adults who may be at risk and ensuring they receive vital support.

Requirements

• One year as an Aging Care Manager 2 or Aging Program Assessor; or One and one-half years of professional human services, law enforcement, 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 which includes six months of professional human services, law enforcement, or nursing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in Spanish.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Pass a Spanish speaking proficiency evaluation conducted by the Bureau of Talent Acquisition, PA Office of Administration.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing in Spanish during the probationary period to achieve regular status in the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective services to consumers experiencing abuse, neglect, exploitation, or abandonment
• Investigate referrals and maintain required legal timelines according to protective services standards
• Prepare case histories, letters, reports, and maintain detailed case records
• Obtain medical, psychological, and financial information needed to determine service eligibility
• Offer casework guidance to consumers and families to resolve specific issues
• Collaborate with courts, law enforcement, hospitals, and other agencies to meet consumer 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