Aging Care Manager 2 Agency on Aging
Wayne County, GA - USA
Job Summary
As an Aging Care Manager 2 with the Wayne County Agency you will help people access vital support that improves their quality of life. This role places you at the center of meaningful service guiding consumers through important resources and programs. Your work will support independence and dignity for older adults and others in need. Join a dedicated team that relies on your compassion problem solving and care.
This position supports individuals by assessing needs arranging services and helping consumers understand available programs. It requires strong organization communication and problem solving skills to guide people through agency processes. As an Aging Care Manager 2 you will perform the following duties:
- Case Management: Assess consumer needs maintain records and complete reassessments to ensure appropriate services
- Service Coordination: Arrange and coordinate services with community resources hospitals and agency programs
- Eligibility Review: Screen consumers for program eligibility and explain cost sharing donation procedures and appeals
- Information Gathering: Collect required documents and obtain written consent to access or share client information
- Client Support: Provide clear explanations about service options associated costs and available alternatives
- Intake Duties: Perform intake and referral responsibilities with close attention to accuracy and timely documentation
The Departments under the Wayne County Human Services Department of Wayne County Government are Civil Service covered positions through the Pennsylvania State Civil Service Commission. Please note these are County positions and carry county salaries and benefits package.
The County of Wayne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
Visit Pennsylvania Bureau of Talent Acquisition to apply.
For additional information contact Michelle Valinski or email.
-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 bachelors degree in social sciences behavioral sciences human services or a closely related field; or-An equivalent combination of experience and Requirements:-You must meet the PA residency requirement.-You must be able to perform essential job functions.
-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.
-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 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.-Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required.
Required Experience:
Manager