What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aging Care Manager 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County Area Agency on Aging position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
THE POSITION
Located in Honesdale, PA, Wayne County Area Agency on Aging is seeking a qualified individual for an exciting position assisting senior citizens with accessing resources to promote safety, independence, and well-being. This Aging Care Manager 1 role is ideal for a patient, compassionate, and organized candidate who enjoys working with people. Work begins as structured program of formal and informal training designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the professional aging care management services we provide.
Wayne County provides training, a great team environment, and an excellent benefits package. We encourage our employees to accumulate skills and confidence in order to move forward in their careers. Apply now and make a positive impact every day by connecting individuals with services that match their needs!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role supports older adults from first contact through ongoing care management. The work includes specialized responsibilities and coordination with many partners. As an Aging Care Manager 1, you will perform the following duties:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
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. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Located in Honesdale, PA, Wayne County Area Agency on Aging is seeking a qualified individual for an exciting position assisting senior citizens with accessing resources to promote safety, independence, and well-being. This Aging Care Manager 1 role is ideal for a patient, compassionate, and organized candidate who enjoys working with people. Work begins as structured program of formal and informal training designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the professional aging care management services we provide.
Wayne County provides training, a great team environment, and an excellent benefits package. We encourage our employees to accumulate skills and confidence in order to move forward in their careers. Apply now and make a positive impact every day by connecting individuals with services that match their needs!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role supports older adults from first contact through ongoing care management. The work includes specialized responsibilities and coordination with many partners. As an Aging Care Manager 1, you will perform the following duties:
- Case Management: Manage a caseload by guiding older adults and their families through needed services
- Service Coordination: Work with physicians, community programs, financial institutions, and other partners to support consumer needs
- Specialized Support: Carry out important duties such as Protective Services, Care Transitions, and Person-Centered Counseling
- Task Organization: Handle multiple assignments by completing paperwork, tracking details, and meeting required deadlines
- Travel Requirements: Travel outside the county when needed, including occasional overnight trips
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. On-call hours will be required, as needed.
- 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
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Three years as an Aging Case Aide 2; or
- A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by twelve (12) credits in social sciences, behavioral sciences, human services, or a closely related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
- 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.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
- 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.
- 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.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
- 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.