In-Home Services Care Manager

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh • New Castle, PA

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About The Position

In-Home Services Care Manager – Challenges, Options In Aging, New Castle, PA At Catholic Charities, Diocese of Pittsburgh, we’re seeking a compassionate, supportive Care Manager to join our Area Agency on Aging team to bring encouragement to older adults in Lawrence County who need help with life’s challenges. With your education and experience you know the importance of listening closely and working carefully to meet client needs and help them access the services they need. You’re in a key position, facilitating much-needed relief to members of a vulnerable population. You have a patient heart and enthusiasm to serve the geriatric population in Lawrence County. We offer successful candidates competitive pay, strong health benefits (including medical, dental and vision) available the first of the month after hire date and a generous time off program that includes15 paid holidays a year. We also have a solid retirement plan that is fully funded by Catholic Charities along with other benefits such as Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Assistance. We are proud of our collaborative culture at Catholic Charities and to be designated as one of the Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in public or private social work; and a bachelor's degree; or any equivalent combination of experience and training including successful completion of 12 semester hours of college level courses in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related social sciences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including interviewing and assessment techniques are required.
• Knowledge of the aging process and geriatric issues is required.
• The ability to interact constructively with community agencies and resources is required.
• The ability to make home visits is required.
• A valid driver's license required is required.
• Act 33/34 clearances are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs home-based assessments/reassessments, investigations, and care management for assigned older adults, to identify needs, and facilitate effective utilization of resources in compliance with Act 79, the Older Adult Protective Services Act (OAPSA).
• Collaborates with participants and/or caregivers in the development of a care plan, which promotes the participant’s highest level of functioning in the least restrictive community environment.
• Provides on-going extensive care management and supportive services to participants through home visits and contact plans, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA), to maintain medical, financial, and emotional stability.
• Demonstrates knowledge of supportive and specialized services provided through Challenges, Options in Aging programs, Pennsylvania Department of Aging, and local community agencies/resources through appropriate intake, screening and referral of participant inquiries.
• Maintains participant records in Social Assistance Management System (SAMS) in a timely manner, to ensure program and fiscal accountability and compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Aging and Office of Long-Term Living requirements.
• Identifies and obtains needed supportive/specialized services in coordination with other agencies for participants who require crisis intervention or intensive monitoring to maintain dignity and independence in a safe environment.
• Prepares/maintains monthly recording forms and other documents to provide accurate and current program and service data.
• Maintains confidentiality in communication with participants, staff and others to preserve client and staff rights.

Benefits

• strong health benefits (including medical, dental and vision) available the first of the month after hire date
• generous time off program that includes15 paid holidays a year
• solid retirement plan that is fully funded by Catholic Charities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

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