Therapeutic Activities Aide

THE POSITION

Are you a compassionate individual who is eager to provide exceptional care and meaningful interaction with our residents? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Aide to join our team. In this role, you will lead planned activity sessions aimed at helping residents of the Gino Merli Veterans' Center achieve their highest levels of physical, cognitive, and social abilities. If you are enthusiastic and driven to improve the lives of the men and women who have served our country, seize this opportunity to make a difference. A pply now and embark on a fulfilling and rewarding career!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will help plan, organize, and lead activities and outings designed to enhance residents' socialization, relationships, self-respect, self-esteem, and self-help skills. You will foster a safe and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, volunteer groups, other departments, and the public. Additionally, you will conduct and engage in program and leisure time activities, manage inventory of therapeutic supplies and equipment, and monitor resident behavior to provide insights on their progress, strengths, and needs. You will also contribute to staff development by participating in training and educational programs.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work schedule will consist of rotating weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• 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

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.
  
  

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Must be willing and able to work in Lackawanna County, PA
• Possess paid experience working as a Therapeutic Recreation Service Worker and or Activities Assistant
• Possess experience working in a long-term care unit or facility
• Possess experience working with dementia residents
  
  

Legal Requirements:

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

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

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 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.