Aging Care Manager 2 (PT)
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Aging Care Manager 2 (PT)
Salary
$23.10 Hourly
Location
Bethlehem, PA
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
2025-00372E
Department
Human Services
Division
Area Agency on Aging
Opening Date
11/10/2025
Closing Date
11/24/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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Application Requirements
This position is part-time, maximum of 20 hours per week, and day shift hours.
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected.
BE SURE YOUR APPLICATION REFLECTS YOUR ENTIRE WORK HISTORY AS YOUR RESUME IS NOT REVIEWED TO QUALIFY YOU
Please answer any supplemental questions truthfully and completely. Use the employment history section of your application to substantiate your answers to supplemental questions.
Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the minimum requirements for this position. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position.
Qualified, eligible applicants will move on to the next step, an Education and Experience Review, in which points will be assigned to each applicant's education and relevant work experience provided on their application.
We encourage all applicants to share a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment on their employment application so that we are able to accurately assess their experience. Eligible candidates will be ranked on an Eligibility List based on their total score on the Education and Experience Review.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact County of Northampton Human Resources at dhsjobs@norcopa.govor 610-829-6366.
Equal Employment Opportunities - It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Aging Care Manager 2 part-time position will assist Aging Care Manager 3 staff with completing some duties to ensure the safety of older adults.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position reports directly to the Aging Care Management Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position does not exercise supervision over any positions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Assists with overflow duties of Aging Care Manager 3s that may include some of the following:
-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.
-Attends training sessions/conferences as assigned.
-Maintains certification for Older Adults Protective Service investigation and provision.
-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.
This position must be available to cover on-call hours when required.
*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- 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 bachelor's degree in social sciences, behavioral sciences, human services, or a closely related field; OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
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.
Ability to clearly express ideas orally and in writing.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA STATUS : FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
DESIGNATION : CAREER SERVICES
PAY GRADE : PS-35
UNION STATUS : PSSU
Created November 2025
Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes
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Information to demonstrate your eligibility for this position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience and education). Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this position. Please click "yes" to demonstrate that you have read and understood this information.
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Aging Care Manager 2 - Part-Time position is part of the PSSU Union, and starting salary is dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The starting salary for this position is $23.0955 per hour, and is non-negotiable. Please choose "yes" to indicate your understanding of the starting wage, and that this is non-negotiable.]
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The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania legislatively allows the Department of Aging and Area Agencies on Aging to provide preference to candidates who are 60 years of age or older. Are you 60 years of age or older?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a valid and current driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
Yes
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What is your highest level of education?
Less than High School
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or Higher
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in social sciences, behavioral sciences, human services, or a closely related field? Note: Please sure this is reflected within your education section and please attach your transcripts for review. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to attach your transcripts could result in your application being rejected.
Yes
No
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Do you have six (6) months of experience as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1? Note: Be sure your work history reflects this experience.
Yes
No
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Do you have six (6) months of professional human services or nursing experience? Note: Be sure your job duties reflect this experience.
Yes
No
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Have you completed the County Social Casework Intern Program?
Yes
No
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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please answer the questions below regarding this internship in the text box provided. If you answered "no", please @type "N/A" in the text box provided. Name of employer where you completed your internship Type of internship and duties performed Number of hours completed
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