Guardianship Case Manager/Dementia Care Specialist

Guardianship Case Manager/Dementia Care Specialist

Employment Type: Full Time, Salaried Exempt Position/40+ hours per week

Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week

On-Call Rotation (1 Weekend/Month plus coverage as needed)

Washington County Commission on Aging, Inc.
Location: 535 East Franklin Street, Hagerstown, MD

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about serving older adults and individuals with disabilities? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where your work has a direct impact on people’s lives? The Washington County Commission on Aging, Inc., is seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional for a dual-role position serving as both a Guardianship Case Manager and Dementia Care Specialist.

This full-time role is evenly split:

50% Guardianship Case Management – Providing advocacy, coordination of care, and oversight for individuals under public guardianship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Make regular in-person visits to clients (at home, hospitals, or care facilities).
• Monitor health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, legal representatives, and service agencies.
• Provide informed consent for medical treatments and living arrangements as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely reporting for court and agency records.
• Attend court hearings and team meetings as required.

· Additionally, this position includes on-call responsibilities one weekend per month and provides coverage for time off for the full-time Guardianship Case Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

50% Dementia Care Specialist – Offering person-centered assistance, resource navigation, and intake services for community members seeking access to dementia, caregiver, aging, and disability support services.

· provide new or existing services for person with symptoms of dementia that interfere with activities of daily living and their caregivers

· Provide information and referrals to long-term care and chronic disease services.

· Participate in outreach events connecting with persons living with dementia and their caregiver’s quarterly.

· Encouraging and providing programs that engage individuals in regular exercise, and social activities

Qualifications:

• Required: Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field
• Experience:
• Case management experience required
• Strong documentation and computer skills essential

· Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

· Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work independently in a fast-paced environment

· Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation with current auto insurance

· Must pass a criminal background check, physical and drug screen

· Vaccines are required for this position

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $38,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (single & family coverage available).
• Life insurance and 403B Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer match after one year.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.

Pay: From $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 3 years (Required)

Location:

• Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person