Residential Services Aide (2nd Shift) - Selinsgrove Center

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals. As a Residential Service Aide, you will provide essential support and training to enhance the quality of life for residents at a rural center. This full-time position offers a chance to work collaboratively in a fulfilling environment, where your contributions help empower individuals to achieve their personal goals. If you are driven by empathy and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Completion of relevant training programs.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in achieving personal goals and enhancing daily living skills.
• Implement treatment and training plans as part of the care team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Completion of Aide Trainee program

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you driven by compassion and a desire to make a meaningful impact? The Department of Human Services is seeking caring, empathetic individuals to join our team as Residential Service Aides at Selinsgrove Center. In this fulfilling role, you will play a vital part in supporting and empowering some of the Commonwealth's most vulnerable citizens. As a member of our dedicated team, you will help individuals in our residential units achieve their personal goals, enhance their daily living skills, and improve their overall quality of life. This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to be a positive force in someone's life every single day!

Selinsgrove Center is located in a nice rural location just outside the Borough of Selinsgrove. We are only a couple of minutes from town, Selinsgrove Area Schools, and Susquehanna University. Come join us at the Selinsgrove Center and start your career in public service!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will play a key part in creating, implementing, and overseeing treatment, training, and related services for our residents. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver treatment and training in self-care, socialization, and health maintenance according to each person's individual support plan. Additionally, you will contribute to improving the living environment by helping to select furniture and equipment, as well as assist with purchasing and placing personal items. You will also ensure residents have choices in their daily activities, balancing risk with opportunities for their personal growth.

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 (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), Sunday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will have rotating break days and every third weekend off.
• Travel and overtime: As needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $41,582.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six months of paid experience in the care, activities, and personal guidance of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

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

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.