Care manager local government / area agency

Reference #: 4967393

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2025-27356-L0635. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JUNE 12, 2025 TO JUNE 25, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.Are you passionate about helping the elderly population and making a positive impact on their lives? Do you have the skills and compassion to provide a wide range of services to the elderly community? The Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging is seeking dedicated, patient, and professional individuals to join our amazing team and make a difference in the lives of our senior citizens-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Aging Care Manager 2, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the various aspects of care for your clients. You will conduct field visits to respond to emergency situations, monitor services as specified in the care plan, and provide emotional support to clients while resolving any issues that may arise. Additionally, you will oversee the financial management of clients who are unable to do so on their own. This may involve setting up budgets with client participation or arranging for an agency to manage their public benefits. You will also be expected to assist clients in navigating the aging service system and help them with pre-placement and placement activities if community services are no longer sufficient to maintain them in their homes. These tasks are crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of your clients and require a strong sense of responsibility and compassion.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week 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. 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 thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

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. 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 click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us [email protected].

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.

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.

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.