Aide Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home, is seeking an Aide Trainee to train toward Nurse Aide certification while supporting veterans and their spouses. This entry-level role offers hands-on caregiving experience in a respectful, veteran-centered environment.

This full-time position features a 2nd shift (2:45 PM – 11:15 PM) schedule, on-site work, and formal training with opportunities to grow in safety, documentation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom instruction and clinical training for Nurse Aide certification.
• Assist residents with daily needs, answer call bells, advocate for concerns, and maintain comfort and well‑being.
• Maintain clean and organized resident areas, identify hazards, apply infection control procedures, and use protective equipment.
• Distribute meal trays, provide between-meal nourishments, promote intake, and assist with feeding when authorized.
• Support residents during appointments, recreational activities, outings, and social programs, ensuring safe transport.
• Record information, contribute to care planning, and report safety concerns or equipment issues.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

THE POSITION

Start a meaningful career as an Aide Trainee with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. This unique opportunity allows you to receive training to become certified as a Nurse Aide while supporting the men and women who have served our country. Every day brings new opportunities to learn valuable caregiving skills, build professional experience, and make a positive difference in the lives of veterans and their spouses. Join a team that is dedicated to compassionate care, service, and resident well-being.

THE POSITION

Start a meaningless career as an Aide Trainee with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. This unique opportunity allows you to receive training to become certified as a Nurse Aide while supporting the men and women who have served our country. Every day brings new opportunities to learn valuable caregiving skills, build professional experience, and make a positive difference in the lives of veterans and their spouses. Join a team that is dedicated to compassionate care, service, and resident well-being.

Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position participates in formal training and supervised work assignments to develop the skills needed to provide quality care and support to residents. The role assists with daily activities, promotes resident safety, and contributes to a positive living environment within the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. As an Aide Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Attend classroom instruction, complete clinical training activities, and develop knowledge and skills needed for future certification as a Nurse Aide
• Resident Support: Assist residents with daily needs, answer call bells, advocate for concerns, and help maintain comfort and well-being
• Safety Practices: Maintain clean and organized resident areas, identify hazards, apply infection control procedures, and use required protective equipment
• Meal Assistance: Distribute meal trays, provide between-meal nourishments , promote food and fluid intake, and assist with feeding when authorized and supervised
• Activity Assistance: Support residents during appointments, recreational activities, outings, and social programs while providing safe transport throughout the facility
• Care Documentation: Record assigned information, contribute to care planning discussions, and report safety concerns, unusual behavior, or equipment issues

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days and weekends.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• 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.

Veterans:

• 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

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.