20-183 Case Aide

SOUTHWESTERN PA AREA AGENCY ON AGING, INC.

                                                                                  JOB VACANCY NOTICE

POSITION:          Case Aide (Part-Time)

                            OPTIONS Care Management

                            Uniontown, PA  

PAY GRADE:                  10

WAGE:                              $13.05 (opportunities of advancement with the agency)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

**During the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person contacts are limited to emergency situations.**

• Completes in-home visits for both initial assessments and reassessments using the NAT-E form for In                         Home Meals (IHMs).
• Prepares and submits all required program forms, documentation and correspondence in an accurate and               timely manner to ensure the IHMs initiation and /or continuation.
• Coordinates and schedules appointments with consumers.
• Acts as a liaison with IHM providers to confirm IHM delivery.
• Responsible for troubleshooting and correcting simple billing issues with IHM providers.
• Assist Care Managers with completing required telephone contacts with consumers.
• Contributes to and maintains current records as well as documentation in Social Assistance Management                 System (SAMS) for all case activities.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:                

• Associate's Degree in Human Services or Business Management from an accredited college and one year of   Aging experience preferred; or any relevant combination of skills, experience, and training may be                   considered at the discretion of the agency.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Aging Program regulations and policies and other appropriate     government regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social service programs.
• Must have basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team following established policies and procedures.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public.
• Ability to identify discrepancies to program regulations.
• Ability to interpret medical documentation for program delivery of service.
• Ability to communicate effectively.   

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.sphs.org/employment.html FOR CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES OR STOP INTO THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AT 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA.    POSTING#20-183.

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