Reference #: 4651185
THE POSITIONNOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-93590-30001. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 TO SEPTEMBER 24, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.Are you interested in caring for Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens? Ebensburg Center is seeking full-time Aide Trainees. Apply today to join our team of dedicated caregivers!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Aide Trainee, you will attend formal classroom training sessions and receive on-the-job training assignments to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to assist nursing staff in the direct and daily care of individuals. Training is achieved through formal classroom instruction, computer-based training, reading assignments, and behavioral observation of individuals. You will receive on-the-job training in nonprofessional direct care methods, techniques, and procedures. As knowledge and skills are acquired, further developmental assignments are given in actual work situations. Training and work assignments are performed under the close supervision and review of higher-level staff.Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
Full-time employment.
2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM)
Work hours during training are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Rotating schedule: 7 days on, 2 days off; 8 days on, 4 days off.
Travel: As needed
Overtime: Is required
Shift work: No
May change based on operational needs.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
No previous experience needed, training provided.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.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening test.
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.Telecommuni ations 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.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting 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.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.