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Aide Trainee

Salary

$36,825.00 - $48,947.00 Annually

Location

Blair County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-11960

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Nrsg Hollidaysburg

Opening Date

11/19/2024

Closing Date

11/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30001

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00134380

Bureau / Division

Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home

Worksite Address

138 Veterans Blvd

City

Duncansville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16635

Contact Name

Anna Riley

Contact Email

...@pa.gov

+ Description

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THE POSITION

We have an exciting opportunity for Nurse Aide Trainees! If you are looking for a fulfilling career, we want to connect with you. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home (HVH) is on the lookout for hardworking, passionate, and caring individuals committed to supporting our residents. Our facility provides exceptional care for veterans and their spouses. If you are an ambitious and confident person dedicated to delivering outstanding resident care, this position is perfect for you!

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

As an Aide Trainee, you will receive formal and hands-on training to care for our veteran residents. You will distribute meals, transport residents, and engage residents in social activities. You will also change linens, clean medical equipment, and respond to requests for snacks and water. After completing an 8-hour online course, a 16-hour classroom session, and an 80-hour orientation program, you will be eligible for promotion to a Nurse Aide position. Our dedicated nursing staff provides 24/7 care, assistance, and friendly conversation, bringing joy to the veterans and their spouses who call HVH home.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 40-hour work week

+ Work hours are 1st shift (6:45 AM to 3:15 PM) and 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM), with rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ 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

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require 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 willnotbe 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 ...@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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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