What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Manager position at Mifflin Juniata Area Agency On Aging?
The Mifflin Juniata Area Agency on Aging is seeking a compassionate and organized Care Manager to support older adults in maintaining their highest possible level of independence and functioning within the community.
The Care Manager works directly with consumers and their families to assess needs, develop person-centered care plans, coordinate community-based services, and provide ongoing monitoring and support. This position also performs Protective Services responsibilities, including investigations and crisis intervention, to help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of older adults.
The ideal candidate will have strong case management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a genuine passion for working with senior citizens and their families.
Qualifications & Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Human Development, or a related field with two years of case management experience preferred.
- An Associate Degree in Social Sciences, Human Development, or a related field with four years of case management experience will be considered.
- Passion for working with senior citizens and their families.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and the ability to learn program-specific software.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must be able to obtain required PA Criminal History and Child Abuse clearances.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive referrals and initiate contact with individuals in need within required timeframes.
- Assess and reassess consumers to identify needs, risks, available supports, and appropriate services.
- Develop individualized, person-centered care plans.
- Coordinate, arrange, monitor, and follow up on community-based services.
- Assist consumers and families with accessing appropriate local, state, and federal programs and resources.
- Perform Domiciliary Care activities, including home evaluations, matching consumers with providers, and monitoring placements.
- Perform Family Caregiver Support Program activities as assigned, including assessments, home visits, education, and assistance with reimbursement procedures.
- Perform required Protective Services activities, including intake, investigations, crisis intervention, risk reduction, and actions necessary to ensure consumer safety.
- Participate in the Protective Services on-call rotation after one year in the position and successful completion of required Protective Services training.
- Complete required forms, case documentation, reports, and other records accurately and within established timeframes.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with social service agencies, law enforcement, community organizations, and other resources involved in consumer care.
- Collaborate with other Area Agency on Aging employees to coordinate services and provide comprehensive support.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of consumer and Agency information.
- Promote a positive and professional image of the Agency when working with consumers, families, providers, and community partners.
- Attend required staff meetings and training.
- Perform additional duties necessary to support consumers and Agency operations.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, organized, and comfortable working directly with older adults and their families. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys problem-solving, connecting individuals with resources, coordinating services, and making a meaningful difference in the community.
Join the Mifflin Juniata Area Agency on Aging and help older adults remain safe, supported, and connected to the services they need.
Work Location:
- 25 Rothermel Drive Yeagertown PA 17099
Typical start and end time:
- 8 AM- 4PM
Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits available after 60 days of employment.
Generous paid leave, including vacation, sick, and personal time, available after 90 days of employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.27 - $18.57 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19