Aging Care Manager 2 (Local Government) - Lehigh County Area Agency on Aging

THE POSITION

Do you want to be part of a professional team that is committed to supporting and empowering older adults who reside in Lehigh County? Apply for this Aging Care Manager 2 with our Area Agency on Aging, Care Management Unit. You will develop care plans and manage services for older adults to help them have access to the programs, support, and information they need to remain active, healthy, productive, and as independent as possible in their communities. Take the next step in your career and use your professional experience, people skills, and problem solving abilities to uplift and advocate for older adults and their families with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position performs standard care management functions needed to support older adults by assessing their needs, developing care plans, and providing and coordinating services. Work supports consumers with identified social, economic, emotional, health, and physical problems as well as their families and caregivers. As an Aging Care Manager 2, you will perform the following duties:

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1; or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; 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.
• 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.

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 fro