Aging Care Manager 1 (Local Government) - Luzerne-Wyoming County Area Agency onAging

THE POSITION

Are you a compassionate and skilled professional looking for a rewarding career? Luzerne-Wyoming County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is seeking a motivated full-time Aging Care Manager I to help make a positive impact on the older adult population in the community. Within this role, you will act as a resource and advocate for both our clients and their families. Find meaning in your career and help provide care, support, and opportunities for older adults with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this trainee position (probationary period of six months), this employee is specifically trained to assess the needs of consumers utilizing state mandated assessment forms, developing effective care plans to meet these needs, and implementing these care plans in a professional manner. An employee performance evaluation will be completed in six months. Upon successful completion of the six-month probationary period, the employee will be promoted to an Aging Care Manager 2. You will be expected to maintain current knowledge of a wide range of issues and as they relate to older Pennsylvanians and possess the knowledge and skills to recognize a consumer at risk.

Our ideal candidate will be expected to :

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Operate a computer, cell phone and have some knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Organize, prioritize, plan, and carry out workload
• Interpret laws, regulations, and directives, as required
• Travel independently to areas that may or may not be accessible by public transportation
• Analyze data and other materials
• Prepare and deliver presentations

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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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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.

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