Aging Care Manager 3

Aging Care Manager 3 - Protective Services

EASTON, PA

4 DAYS AGO 22487246 Summary

EASTON, PA

In-Person $26.71 - $26.71 per Year 18 Months Experience Bachelor's degree No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Please apply on our website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northamptoncounty Posting will remain online until filled. Monday-Friday Day Shift (in person) Pension retirement plan [20 years of service = full retirement at age 55 OR any # of years = full retirement at age 60] Internal growth opportunities! Low-cost Medical/Prescription/Dental/Rx all offered at one rate (% of salary) PPO or High Deductible PPO with employer HSA contribution 11 paid holidays

Salary:

New employees will receive the minimum starting salary for this position. The starting salary is non-negotiable. Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Aging Care Manager 3 - Protective Services position is responsible for maintaining a caseload of vulnerable clients who are in need of protection or mental health case management services, which are part of the overall program in a county area agency on aging.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports directly to the Aging Care Management Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position does not exercise supervision over other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION

Receives and reviews Reports of Need regarding older persons referred for protective services. Approves categorization of report as assigned by report taker; if not acceptable, assigns appropriate priority and discusses situation with supervisor. Initiates investigation in accordance with time frames specified in Local Plan for Protective Services and State regulations. Completes standardized electronic forms for investigation, assessment and service plan. Advises consumer that a report of need for protective services has been received and summarizes the information therein to them. Obtains informed consent of consumer for provision of protective services except when services are requested by a legal guardian or required by a Court Order. Makes referrals to/authorizes services/programs/agencies for consumer care Coordinates and assesses deliver of needed assistance. Completes reassessment after 30 days of service, change in level of care, or at termination of Protective Services status. Terminates case when consumer no longer meets legal definition of older adult in need of protective services, advises consumer that Protective Services are going to be terminated, and makes appropriate referrals at time of termination. Utilizes procedures in Local Plan for Protective Services/State regulations for involuntary intervention as needed. Testifies in court proceedings as appropriate. Provides notification (via form letter) to alleged perpetrators in investigations resulting in substantiation of abuse, neglect, exploitation or abandonment and the naming of an alleged perpetrator. Attends and participates in appeal hearings when requested by alleged perpetrators. Performs intake assessments with assigned consumers. Provides care management service to consumers on assigned caseload. Functions as an advocate for consumers. Authorizes in-home services provided by Agency's subcontractors. Contacts consumer and/or providers to determine that service delivery has begun or is scheduled to begin as planned. Reviews provider invoices to ensure proper service delivery as requested. Makes appropriate and timely entries in the consumer's electronic case record. Adheres to confidentiality requirements and procedures specified in Local Plan for Protective Services, state regulations/policy, and Protective Service legislation. Participates in ongoing evaluation of Aging Program conducted by administrative staff. Attends training sessions/conferences as assigned. Maintains certification for Older Adults Protective Service investigation and provision. Provides or assists in presentations to professional and community groups regarding protective services to older adults and mandatory reporting of abuse and neglect. Participates in conferences and meetings for purposes of evaluation of the problems of consumers and to develop, plan and offer service. Acts in a professional manner and maintains confidentiality at all times. Has basic computer knowledge. Must be available to cover on-call hours when required. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary. All social service staff must be able to drive or able to provide own transportation in order to carry out assigned responsibilities and must carry appropriate insurance. •An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- One year as an Aging Care Manager 2 or Aging Program Assessor; OR One and one-half (1 ½) years of professional human services, law enforcement including investigative experience, 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 which includes professional human services, law enforcement including investigative experience, or nursing experience. Employee assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license. Must have an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicle required for County business, employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of casework principles and methods. Knowledge of current social, economic and health problems, and community resources as related to older adults. Knowledge of individual and group behavior and ways of working effectively with older adults who have social, economic, emotional and/or health problems. Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organization. Knowledge of basic principles and practices of supervision. Skill in the development of plans to address the needs of vulnerable older adults. Ability to work effectively with older adults and to aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific problems. Ability to evaluate work of subordinates and to provide technical assistance and guidance. Ability to orient and instruct subordinates on procedures, techniques, laws and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, other members of the staff, outside agencies and institutions, and the general public. . . .

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FLSA

NON-EXEMPT

(ELIGIBLE

FOR OVERTIME

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DESIGNATION

CAREER

SERVICES PAY GRADE

PS-37B

UNION STATUS

PSSU Updated December 2024 Additional Details

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Class C - Standard Drivers License

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