Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Therapeutic Activities Aide in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4500308 THE POSITION Are you a compassionate, outgoing, and motivated individual who wants to enhance the lives of the men and women who served our great country? The Delaware Valley Veterans' Home is seeking an ambitious and confident Therapeutic Activities Aide who is committed to providing amazing resident care and interaction. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to join our team.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK Under the direction of therapeutic recreational services staff, you will assist with planning, scheduling, and conducting educational and recreational activities that lead our residents to their highest level of physical, cognitive, and social ability. These include social parties, dances, dinners, table games, and field trips. You will create a safe and cordial atmosphere for residents, visitors, and the general public, and maintain relationships with other departments and veteran's service organizations. You will observe residents' behavior in order to provide information on their progress, strengths, and needs. Additionally, you will be the lead worker for volunteers who assist with the center's activities and provide guidance in safety practices, precautions and center policies.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Your schedule will include rotating days and holidays, as well as every other weekend. 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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Six months of work experience providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities; or Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (commonwealth title); or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions. 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. 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. Telecom unications 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.