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Aging Care Manager 2 - Assessments
Salary
$50,441.00 Annually
Location
Human Services Building, 2801 Emerick Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
2026-00332E
Department
Human Services
Division
Area Agency on Aging
Opening Date
10/28/2026
Closing Date
11/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Application Requirements
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 will not be reviewed. These applicants will be 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. Education and work experience fields must be completed, regardless of the presence of an attached resume.
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 as noted in the Job Description. We encourage all applicants to provide a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment history. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Kimberly Lorenzoni, Human Resources Position Specialist, at Klorenzoni@norcopa.gov or 610-829-6372.
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 - Assessments Unit position completes functional eligibility determination assessments for the Area Agency on Aging program.
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
Performs Functional Eligibility Determinations as per state program requirements for home and community-based services and nursing facility placement.
Completes appropriate assessment via face-to-face contact with consumer.
Obtains medical, psychological, and/or psychiatric data necessary to determine consumer membership in pre-admission assessment program, exceptions from screening process, and/or appropriateness of nursing home placement.
Completes Functional Eligibility Determination and forwards necessary data to appropriate state program offices. Communicates the determinations with other units in Aging.
Completes assessments for Personal Care Home subsidy as per state requirements and assists eligible consumers in obtaining the subsidy.
Completes assessments in the state mandated electronic information system using remote access technology. Maintains paper files of supporting documentation.
Maintains liaison with area hospitals, nursing homes, and agencies to expedite information, paper, and consumer flow.
Attends and participates in consumer appeal hearings regarding Functional Eligibility Determination as appointed.
Participates in unit meetings, supervisory conferences, and training/in-service programs as scheduled, either locally or out of town.
Participates in and completes all required yearly assessor certification trainings.
Serves as a resource for other agencies or community organizations concerned with the human services needs of the community as appropriate.
As requested, undertakes necessary training and serves as backup Older Adults Protective Services worker for on-call purposes.
Counsels consumers about alternatives in the community.
Works with consumers to locate housing if necessary.
Works with discharge planners in skilled nursing facilities.
Functions as consumer's advocate.
Completes Needs Assessment Tool. Writes care plans based upon previously assessed consumer needs. Performs reassessments as per state requirements.
Provides care management service to older adults on assigned caseload.
Authorizes in-home services provided by Agency's subcontractors. Follows up with consumer and/or providers to determine that service delivery has begun or is scheduled to begin as planned. As requested, reviews provider invoices to ensure proper service delivery.
Makes appropriate and timely entries in consumer's case record as maintained in the Area Agency on Aging data system and paper files. Such information includes identifying information, care enrollments, service plans, service orders, actions, and journal entries.
Obtains and reviews income and asset information regarding consumer and sets a cost-share amount as per state requirements when initial service plan is developed and at annual reassessment.
Makes referrals to other agencies offering services needed by consumer.
Cooperates with staff of other divisions of the Department of Human Services and community agencies in the provision of service to shared consumers when appropriate. Care manager may be lead worker for a consumer and/or facility with other categorical needs or services.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, or a closely related field (which must include at least twelve (12) semester credit hours of courses in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, or related Social Sciences courses); AND
At least six (6) months of full-time professional human services or nursing work experience;
OR
At least twelve (12) semester credit hours of courses in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology or related Social Sciences courses; AND
At least six (6) months as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker; OR
At least twelve (12) semester credit hours of courses in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology or related Social Sciences courses; AND
Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program.
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 social casework principles and methods.
Knowledge of the availability of community support services for the benefit of older adults.
Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and community resources as related to older adults.
Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organization.
Knowledge of individual and group behavior and ways of working effectively with older adults who have social, economic, emotional, and/or health problems.
Skill in the development of care plans to address the needs of older adults.
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 plan and organize work, prepare adequate records and reports, set priorities, and maintain a caseload of older clients in an effective manner.
Ability to interpret laws and regulations.
Ability to understand and accept the needs and rights of others and to work with older adults who are physically or emotionally disabled or economically disadvantaged.
Ability to work effectively with older adults and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential by adjusting to their specific problems.
Ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to act in a professional manner at all times.
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, and hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (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 office is moderately quiet. Employee may also work in other environments such as schools, private homes, etc. These work environments may range from quiet to loud.
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: HUMAN SERVICES
PAY GRADE: PS/GR35
UNION STATUS: PSSU
Updated September 2026
Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefits which includes the following:
Medical Insurance
Vision and Prescription
Dental
Life Insurance
Retirement
I. Medical Insurance
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the Countys medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouses employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.
II. Vision and Prescription
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employees choice of doctor and frame selection.
III. Dental Coverage
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.
IV. Life Insurance
A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.
V. Retirement
All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan [457(b)] which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.
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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?
02
Current Northampton County employees MUST detail ALL County work experience on their application. Failure to include correct work history and employment dates will result in the rejection of your application. If you need assistance with this information, please reach out to the Human Resources department BEFORE submitting your application. Please select "yes" to confirm your understanding of this requirement. If you are not a current County employee, please select "no".
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Do you have a bachelors degree with major coursework in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, Criminal Justice, or other related social sciences? NOTE - Be sure to list your degree major in your education section and please attach your transcripts to your application for review. Failure to attach your transcripts could result in your application being rejected.
04
Do you have six (6) months of professional human services or nursing experience? Note: Be sure your job duties reflect this experience.
05
Do you have 12 semester hours of college level courses in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related social sciences? And Do you have six (6) months of experience as an Aging Care Manager 1 or a County Caseworker 1 (County government positions)? Note: Be sure your work history reflects this experience. Transcripts must be attached to your application to review otherwise your application will be rejected. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
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Do you have 12 semester hours of college level courses in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related social sciences? and Have you completed the County Social Casework Intern Program? Note: Be sure your work history reflects this experience. Transcripts must be attached to your application to review otherwise your application will be rejected. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
07
Do you possess a valid and current drivers license with an acceptable driving record?
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Aging Care Manager 3 position is part of the PSSU Union, and starting salary is dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The starting salary for this position is $26.7116 per hour ($55,560.00 annually) and is non-negotiable. Please choose "yes" to indicate your understanding of the starting wage, and that this is non-negotiable.
Required Question
Employer Northampton County
Address Human Resources Department
669 Washington Street
Easton, Pennsylvania, 18042
Phone 610-829-6382
Website http://www.norcopa.gov