Aging Care Manager 3 (Local Government) - Luzerne County Area Agency On Aging
Aging Care Manager 3 (Local Government) - Luzerne County Area Agency On Aging
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USD 45487 - 45487
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you apatient and organized person who enjoys utilizing investigative skills to ensure the safety of others Do you want tohelp senior citizens with obtaining services that help them stay active and safe The Luzerne - Wyoming County Area Agency on Aging (AAA)Protective Services Unit is seeking ahard-working Aging Care Manager 3. If you want to make a positive impact in your community byassisting residents 60 years of age and older then we encourage you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Aging Care Manager 3 you will perform a variety of protective service tasks. You will respond to allegations of abuse and neglect as well as conduct priority investigations that comply with regulatory timeframes. You will interview older adults collateral contacts and alleged perpetrators to collect all necessary evidence and documents. You will also work with other agencies law enforcement financial institutions social services and the medical community to determine case decisions. The role requires effective communication and listening skills to complete investigations and the ability to substantiate findings so necessary protection for older adults is implemented. In addition you will assist older adults with eviction notices help residents apply for entitlement programs submit reports and case records and testify in court as needed.
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:
- One year as an Aging Care Manager 2 or Aging Program Assessor;or
- One and one-half years of professional human services law enforcement or nursing experience; and a bachelors degree in social sciences behavioral sciences human services or a closely related field;or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes six months of professional human services law enforcement or nursing experience.
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 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.
- 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 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
