Aging Services Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you interested in a meaningful career where you have the opportunity to support and speak up for older adults in Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Department of Aging, Bureau of Elder Justice and Advocacy, is looking for an Aging Services Specialist to join our dedicated team. In this role, your careful work will help make sure protective services are available and consistent for older adults across the Commonwealth. Join us in our mission to promote independence, purpose, and well-being for older Pennsylvanians! In this role, you will serve as a liaison between the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) and the Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) regarding the administration and implementation of Pennsylvania’s Older Adults Protective Services Act (OAPSA). Work involves supporting the statewide protective services system by helping agencies follow policies, collect accurate data, and provide safe, consistent services for older adults. You will have the opportunity to work closely with staff, partners, and agencies to strengthen protective services and support program improvement.

Requirements

• Two years of professional experience in a human services program conducting human services related research or providing social services to clients, and a bachelor’s degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing policies, procedures, and guidance for protective services and guardianship programs
• Provide direction to Area Agencies on Aging to help resolve compliance issues and improve service quality
• Analyze protective services data to identify trends, concerns, and opportunities for improvement
• Help develop and deliver training materials for protective services staff and related partners
• Support statewide committees, workgroups, and outreach efforts related to elder justice and protective services
• Prepare written responses, guidance, and informational materials for agencies and stakeholders

What This Job Offers

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