Reference #: 4343930THE POSITIONAre you compassionate, knowledgeable, and possess exceptional organizational skills with a passion for the overall well-being of our consumers.  We are seeking an experienced Aging Care Manager 2 to join our team.  As an Aging Care Manager 2, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to elderly individuals.  This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　As an employee in this position, you are expected to provide information & referral service at the Agency's office site via telephone, computer, fax and mail and/or office visits.  Obtain pertinent information through direct contact with consumers, members of the consumers' families, professionals and other persons necessary in order to evaluate the information and to determine consumer needs and the appropriate course of action.  Provide informational & educational programs to senior groups, civic clubs or any interested organizations in Westmoreland County.  Provide in-service training for home health agencies, subcontractors and other social service agencies upon request.  Set up and staffs agency exhibits at health fairs, shopping malls and other public service events.  Provide information on services and make referrals by completing intake forms & screening tools.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment.Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.May be required to be on standby rotation for off-hours coverage.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Six months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1; orSuccessful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; orSix 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; orAn 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.Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Westmoreland County. If no eligible candidates who live within Westmoreland County apply for this position, candidates live within Allegheny, Armstrong, Cambria, Fayette, Indiana, Somerset, or Washington counties will be considered.You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　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 i dividuals).

　　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. 

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