Aging Case Aide 2- Senior Center (Local Government) – Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Aging Case Aide 2- Senior Center (Local Government) – Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania


Description: THE POSITIONWayne County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is searching for a patient, compassionate, and organized Aging Case Aide 2 to complete our team. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys assisting senior citizens to find resources for a more productive, safe, and happy life while maintaining as much independence as possible. We provide a supportive team environment, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to advance in your career. Join our dedicated team as we work to enhance the lives of older adults in our community.DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Aging Case Aide 2 schedules appointments and meets with walk-ins on a daily basis to provide counseling on health insurance and completion of various assistance applications. Appointments may include scheduling sessions with homebound clients as necessary. You will provide outreach services and encourage participation at senior centers to utilize the center’s activities and other services. This includes preparation and conducting activities at the center such as arts and crafts, bingo, and exercise. Communication skills will be key as you may be asked to resolve complaints and conflicts of seniors attending the center. You will have the opportunity to work with volunteers serving communal lunch.Other duties to include but not limited to:

• Assisting in serving meals at the drive-thru station
• Overseeing solicitation of annual picnic donations including sending out letters
• Collecting donations for center meals and services
• Keeping a daily ledger of receipts

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.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Employee may have overnight travel or out of county travel for meetings or training.
• 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:

• One year as an Aging Case Aide 1; or
• Two years of public contact work, including one year in a human services program; or
• Any 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. * You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:

• 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.

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.

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: $28470 per year

Location: Wayne County, PA

Date: Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:38:40 GMT


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