Aging Care Manager ; Local Government

About the Position

The Aging Care Manager 2 position with the Lehigh County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) offers a chance to make a meaningful difference every day. You will help older adults find the support they need to stay independent and safe. This role gives you the opportunity to build strong connections and guide individuals through important decisions. Join a team that values compassion and commitment to the community.

If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career helping Seniors who can not help themselves, this is the opportunity for you.

• Case Assessment: Conduct assessments and gather information to understand each consumer’s needs
• Care Planning: Develop plans of care with clear goals and steps to support consumer progress
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records, prepare reports, and enter data in the SAMS system
• Resource Coordination: Work with agencies, hospitals, and community partners to secure needed services
• Financial Guidance: Assist consumers in managing income and obtaining financial or entitlement support
• Collaboration: Consult with professional staff and participate in meetings to support service delivery

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60‑minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Lehigh County. If no eligible candidates who live within Lehigh County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.

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.