Job Description
THE POSITION Are you familiar with community resources, benefits, and aging-related programs? 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! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will support older adults by assessing needs, developing care plans, and helping individuals access important services. Your work will focus on improving quality of life through coordination, evaluation, and collaboration with service providers. As a Aging Care Manager 2, you will perform the following duties: Care Planning: Develop care plans based on evaluations of daily living needs, health status, and available supports Service Coordination: Refer individuals to agencies and programs that can provide additional assistance Client Support: Help older adults understand and use services such as Social Security and Medicare Case Evaluation: Review case information and prepare reports, histories, and documentation Agency Collaboration: Work with hospitals, clinics, and community resources to support client needs Supervisory Duties: Oversee staff work when required and assist with operational needs Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY Minimum Experience and Training 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. 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 Guidelines. Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Northumberland County. If no eligible candidates who live within Northumberland County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veteran