Aging Care Manager 2 – Protective Service (Local Government) – Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging

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Job Ttitle: Aging Care Manager 2 – Protective Service (Local Government) – Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging

Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania


Description: THE POSITIONAre you interested in working with an agency that provides valuable services to one of the fastest growing segments of the population? If so, consider joining Lebanon County Area Agency, as a Protective Service Care Manager (Aging Care Manager 2). This position gives you the opportunity to provide information on available services and resources to members within the community. Apply today to join our dynamic team of professionals and help us make a positive impact throughout Lebanon County!DESCRIPTION OF WORKActing as the main Protective Service Care Manager for older adults, your work involves receiving reports of need for protective services; investigating reports received; assessing the needs of protective services consumers; as well as developing and coordinating the implementation of service plans for protective services consumers. Protective service duties include providing activities, resources, and support to older adults to detect, prevent, reduce, or eliminate abuse, neglect, exploitation, and abandonment. After being state certified to perform protective service investigations, you will be responsible for following PDA state regulations on Policy and Procedures for protective services. Upon receiving your certification, you will be responsible for taking protective service referrals after normal working hours and on an on-call basis. You will also have the opportunity to coordinate with police departments, hospital social service staff, nursing homes, personal care home staff, and home healthcare agencies to complete your investigation.Our mission is to develop, coordinate, and promote a continuum of services that values and supports older adults as they age; empower them to maintain independence, dignity, and respect; and enhance their overall well-being and quality of life. Apply today to become an essential member of our team!Work Schedule and Additional Information:

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

• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
• Six months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1; 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 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.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: $46992.36 per year

Location: Lebanon County, PA

Date: Fri, 17 Jan 2025 01:23:33 GMT


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