Current Openings:

Community Case Aide

The Community Case Aide of the Area Agency on Aging assists Care Managers with obtaining necessary documentation and coordinating the delivery of services to consumers. The position will serve as administrative support and will be assigned a key role assisting in the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) and the OPTIONS Program. Essential duties include:

• Perform intake and referral activities.
• Make appropriate notations in consumer records and input required information into assigned computer database.
• Maintain client records according to established procedures.
• Complete routine service delivery authorizations for Options personal care.
• Complete periodic audit for quality assurance of programs.
• Assist Care managers with maintenance of monthly activities and referrals.
• Review program service invoices monthly for accuracy.
• Manage the Fuel Assistance Program.
• And more!

Protective Services Coordinator

The Protective Services Coordinator (PSC) is responsible for receiving, screening, referring and maintaining records of reports of elder abuse as well as conducting investigations of neglect, abuse, abandonment and exploitation. The PSC completes assessments and develops care plans for seniors at risk, and refers cases for court ordered interventions and guardianship. The position requires visits to various settings in the community which include private residences, care facilities, and hospitals. This position requires a seven day (one week) on call rotation covering protective service responsibilities. Essential duties include:

• Receives and writes reports of suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment.
• Conducts thorough investigation of the circumstances of consumers who need protection from abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment.
• Obtain information from consumers, members of consumer’s families, neighbors and other persons necessary for the identification of abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment in accordance to PDA and AAA policy on Protective Services investigations.
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and arrange services in accordance with PDA and AAA policies and program directives
• Responsible for ongoing care management of the case.
• Documents all actions and pays close attention to detail.
• Perform quality work within timeframes in accordance with PDA and AAA policy.
• Recommends cases for court interventions, including involuntary interventions, guardianships or community commitments.
• Testifies in court, as needed
• And more!

Van Driver
The Van Driver works within the CARS program under the direction of the CARS Assistant Director. The Van Driver drives and is responsible for providing door to door service for consumers between their home and their requested destination. Drivers are responsible for assisting both ambulatory and non-ambulatory consumers. Essential skills include:

· Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and be able to obtain a Pennsylvania Criminal History Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background check and any other necessary clearances that may be required.
· A background in transportation, logistics or customer service is preferred.
· Must have a general knowledge of Mifflin and Juniata County geography and be able to navigate around the two county area.
· Must have basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
· Ability to use a tablet to receive dispatch instructions and daily schedule.
· Understand and follow strict confidentiality and ethical procedures.
· Must possess a friendly and positive demeanor.