Aide Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated individual for an Aide Trainee position in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. You will gain hands-on care experience while training to become a certified Nurse Aide within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily needs, following infection control protocols, documenting care, and supporting nursing staff in a variety of tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Training Participation: Complete classroom lessons and on-the-job activities to build direct care knowledge.
• Resident Assistance: Support residents with basic needs, room cleanliness, and safe movement around the facility.
• Care Techniques: Follow infection control steps, handle meal distribution tasks, and enter accurate documentation.
• Safety Awareness: Watch for hazards, report concerns, and help maintain safe conditions indoors and outdoors.
• Equipment Care: Clean medical devices and keep care supplies stocked and organized.
• Unit Support: Transport residents, assist with activities, and help move supplies for nursing staff.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Aide Trainee position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) gives you a powerful opportunity to build real care skills while making a positive impact on veterans and their spouses at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. You join a care-focused team that takes pride in dignity, respect, and service. This role brings energy and purpose as you learn through hands-on experience and guided instruction. It is an inspiring way to launch a strong and meaningful career in direct resident care.

This role helps you develop the abilities needed to care for residents through classroom learning and hands-on experience. The position provides training that builds strong skills and prepares you for future certification as a Nurse Aide within 12months of hire. As a Aide Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Complete classroom lessons and on-the-job activities to build direct care knowledge
• Resident Assistance: Support residents with basic needs, room cleanliness, and safe movement around the facility
• Care Techniques: Follow infection control steps, handle meal distribution tasks, and enter accurate documentation
• Safety Awareness: Watch for hazards, report concerns, and help maintain safe conditions indoors and outdoors
• Equipment Care: Clean medical devices and keep care supplies stocked and organized
• Unit Support: Transport residents, assist with activities, and help move supplies for nursing staff

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 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) and 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days, weekends, and holidays.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.