Reference #: 4430900 THE POSITION

Start the next chapter of your career with the Department of Human Services! Torrance State Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our fellow citizens as an Aide Trainee. We are seeking compassionate individuals with good organizational skills to provide care to patients with civil court commitments on the inpatient units. If you are a high-energy, caring, and detail-oriented individual, we encourage you to apply today to work as part of a dedicated team of professionals. DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an Aide Trainee, you will be assigned training experiences and beginning-level work to assist mentally ill patients with activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, and grooming. You will perform all work under close supervision, with emphasis on learning the basic knowledge, skills, techniques, and attitudes required to provide patient-centered, rehabilitative care for our consumers.

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. Work hours are 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (2nd shift) with 30-minute lunch. Work hours during training are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (1st shift) with 30-minute lunch. Rotating schedule with every 3rd weekend off. May change based on operational needs. Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Overtime: As required FREE PARKING! 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. You 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. 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 an need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

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.