Senior Case Manager
Salary
$21.92 - $32.87 Hourly
Location
Bradenton, FL
Job Type
Full-Time (Hourly)
Job Number
26-00258
Department
Community & Veterans Services
Opening Date
05/15/2026
Closing Date
5/29/2026 12:00 PM Eastern
General Information
Work Location: 1112 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34205
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Expected Starting Hourly Range: $21.92 - $27.40
Employees in this class perform professional tasks associated with social work and contract management activities in a variety of Aging Services Programs. Employees will work interdependently with community service provider agencies and customers to coordinate programs that help customers remain independent, and that ensure that provider agencies comply with state and federal regulations.
Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.
Working Conditions
The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer.
Job Description
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omissions of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Assists in conducting programmatic reviews of case files in order to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and guidelines for which the County Commission acts as grantee.
Assists in interpreting federal and state regulations and guidelines on programmatic grant recipients for whom the County Commission acts as grantee.
Processes payments to customers based on receipts in the monthly home care to the elderly program.
Acts in a contract manager roll when assessing compliance of service providers that have entered into agreements with the County Commission to provide Aging Services to the people of Manatee County.
Pre-Screens referrals by telephone to determine initial eligibility.
May conduct full assessment in clients home to determine final eligibility.
Arranges and coordinates appropriate services for clients.
Maintains appropriate client case files.
Maintains contact with client in the home at a minimum of once every six (6) months, with more frequent when needed.
Prepares monthly reports as needed.
Maintains a case load which consists of review, assessments, referrals and follow-up.
Attends and participates in all staff meetings, in-services, training and inter-agency meetings.
Acts to assure that service is being provided to clients in an appropriate and adequate manner.
Will assist in training new Case Manager I and/or case Manager II employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in social work or related to area of assignment, i.e., social welfare, psychology, sociology, counseling, gerontology, etc.
Valid drivers license with valid Florida drivers license within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of social work principles, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of the social service delivery system in the County and State.
Ability to work with assigned special needs clients.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, related agency staff, clients and the general public.
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
Skill in conducting interviews to elicit critical program data.
Strong working knowledge of computer Windows systems and associated software.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate same in reports.
Strong ability to apply known skills and knowledge to meet challenges and adapt to unusual situations.
Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.
EEO/ADA Statement
Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.
Drug-Free Workplace
Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Full Time Positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Wellbeing Benefits:
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11+ 22.75 days
Insurance:
Retirement:
Career Wellness:
Education Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account:
Permanent Part Time - Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on
a pro-rated basis
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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.
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If you are claiming Veterans Preference, please check category of eligibility
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Which level of education have you achieved?
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In which subject is your degree major?
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Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?
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What previous roles have you held that you believe qualify you for this position?
Required Question
Employer Manatee County Government
Address 5213 4th Ave Cir E
Bradenton, Florida, 34208
Phone (941) 748-4501 ext. 3865
(941) 742-5627
Website https://www.mymanatee.org