Therapeutic Activities Aide (2nd Shift)-Selinsgrove Center

A thrilling new career opportunity is on the horizon! The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is on the lookout for Therapeutic Activities Aides to join our team at Selinsgrove Center. If you are a caring, enthusiastic, and driven individual, this is the perfect chance to launch your career with the Commonwealth. Take the step today to make a difference in the lives of others and become part of our committed team. Nestled in a charming rural area just minutes from the Borough of Selinsgrove, Selinsgrove Center is conveniently located near Selinsgrove Area Schools and Susquehanna University. Join us at Selinsgrove Center and embark on your journey in public service today!

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In this position, you will assist and guide individuals in the Therapeutic Activity Services department by offering various programs and activities outlined in their Individual Support Plans, helping them achieve their personal goals. In addition, you will type letters, reports, and other documents from handwritten notes for the supervisor's review and signature, as well as facilitating individual activities focused on recreation or vocational skills for both individuals and groups. This role involves providing instruction and support for therapeutic activities and job-related tasks to help individuals reach their specific life objectives. Recreational and vocational tasks may involve aiding individuals with different mobility, communication, and skill levels. You will also support and monitor participants during center-wide activities, outings, and all employment-related areas, including community jobs. Additionally, you will assist individuals with tasks such as budgeting, childcare, and personal hygiene. The employee is expected to maintain a clean work area by performing basic cleaning duties, ensuring supplies are stocked, caring for equipment, and upholding safe and sanitary conditions. Work is carried out independently following established procedures, with general oversight from a supervisor who evaluates performance through observation and discussions.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, rotating schedule to include weekends and holidays, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime and travel as needed
• 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (commonwealth title); or
• Six months of work experience providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• 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 ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.

• 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.