What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Program Trainee (LG) ColumbiaMontourSnyderUnion County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies) position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you have the opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on the population served? Columbia, Montour, Snyder and Union (CMSU) County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is seeking a Residential Program Trainee to join our team of dedicated professionals. Our mission is to participate actively in a community-wide partnership to support our residents in achieving independence and personal development in order to enhance their quality of life. If you are a compassionate, motivated, and dependable individual, we invite you to apply!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Residential Program Trainee, you will provide valuable assistance to individuals in the mental health community residential rehabilitation (CRR) program who are engaged in the recovery process. This is a fulfilling opportunity to learn how to help those with behavioral health and co-occurring challenges, obtain the skills necessary to live independently and integrate into the community. With our training program, you will gain the skills necessary to participate in the development and implementation of individual service plans, counsel clients to effectively process daily stressors, as well as provide guidance regarding educational and vocational responsibilities and personal values. You may also be required to provide transportation for clients as necessary.
Apply today to start a rewarding career within the (CMSU) County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services!
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment at a 24-hour, 7 days per week residential facility for individuals with behavioral health and co-occurring disorders.
- Work hours may vary.
- 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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:
- You must pass a background investigation.
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This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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 Info/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.
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.
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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.
Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.
