Aging Care Manager 1 (Local Government) – Luzerne-Wyoming Area Agency on Aging (Multiple Vacancies)

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Aging Care Manager 1 (Local Government) – Luzerne-Wyoming Area Agency on Aging (Multiple Vacancies)

Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania


Description: THE POSITIONDo you have the desire to provide a wide variety of services to the elderly population and want to make a difference in their lives? If so, Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging is looking to hire you. Apply today and become an Aging Care Manager 1. We offer on-the-job training and an amazing benefits package. Take your career to the next level with a dynamic team that serves the needs of the residents in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties, Pennsylvania!DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis is a trainee position (probationary period of six months) within the Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging. The successful candidate will be specifically trained to assess the needs of consumers utilizing state mandated assessment forms, develop effective care plans to meet these needs, and implement these care plans in a professional manner. You will be responsible for completing Reports of Need on consumers aged 18 and older and after successful completion of the required training courses you will also make priority home visits for safety and welfare check of consumers, as well as be a liaison between the consumer and provider.Your duties will include assisting consumers, guardians, and families in maximizing their abilities for self-determination by enabling them and empowering them in decision-making to the greatest extent possible. Additionally, you will need to reassess consumers on an annual or bi-annual basis, depending upon the care program the consumer is enrolled in, identify changes in situation or function and measure progress toward the goals, and educate consumers and their families regarding aging services and benefits. Find fulfillment in your work and join a team that is responsible for planning and coordinating a comprehensive system of social services for the older residents of the community!Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the

. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency, * Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Luzerne and Wyoming counties. If no eligible candidates who live within Luzerne and Wyoming counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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. (This statement is not needed if the questions have that the documents are needed at a future date.)
• 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.

Veterans:

• 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

and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at .Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.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.

Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.

Salary: $39239.07 per year

Location: Luzerne County, PA

Date: Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:18:22 GMT


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