Location: Ebensburg,PA, USA
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2024-93593-31421). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 TO OCTOBER 6, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Are you a compassionate and understanding individual who is interested in caring for some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens? The Department of Human Services, Ebensburg Center, is seeking full-time Residential Service Aides to join our team of professionals. In this role, you will be responsible for providing essential support and services to individuals living within our residential units. Apply today and start your journey to become part of our dedicated and talented team that is committed to assisting our residents in achieving their personal life goals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will play a key part in creating, implementing, and overseeing treatment, training, and related services for our residents. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver treatment and training in self-care, socialization, and health maintenance according to each person's individual support plan. Additionally, you will contribute to improving the living environment by helping to select furniture and equipment, as well as assist with purchasing and placing personal items. You will also ensure residents have choices in their daily activities, balancing risk with opportunities for their personal growth.
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 hours per week
* Work hours after training are 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM), with 30-minute lunch.
* Work hours during training are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
* You will work a rotating schedule of 7 days on, 2 days off, 8 days on, 4 days off.
* You may be required to travel as needed.
* Overtime is required for this position.
* May change based on operational needs.
* 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:
* Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
* Six months of paid experience in the care, activities, and personal guidance of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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 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).
* 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.
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.
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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 visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
* Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Aide Trainee program?
* Yes
* No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care, activities, and personal guidance of individuals with intellectual disabilities?
* Yes
* No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
* Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INSTRUCT AND ASSIST INDIVIDUALS Instruct and assist individuals with performing basic self-care skills (personal health and hygiene, first aid); activities of daily living (ADLs) (budgeting, house cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, childcare); rehabilitative activities and exercises; and recreational activities (arts and crafts, bingo) to enable the individuals to live and/or work independently. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience instructing AND physically assisting individuals in the performance of basic self-care skills, activities of daily living, rehabilitative activities or exercises, AND recreational activities. The individuals under my care COULD NOT complete these tasks independently.
* B. I have experience instructing individuals in the performance of basic self-care skills, activities of daily living, rehabilitative activities or exercises, AND recreational activities. I provided minimal or no physical assistance to the individuals completing these tasks.
* C. I have experience instructing AND physically assisting individuals in the performance of basic self-care skills, activities of daily living, rehabilitative activities or exercises, OR recreational activities. The individuals under my care COULD NOT complete these tasks independently.
* D. I have experience instructing individuals in the performance of basic self-care skills, activities of daily living, rehabilitative activities or exercises, OR recreational activities. I provided minimal or no physical assistance to the individuals completing these tasks.
* E. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
07
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience instructing or physically assisting individuals with self-care, ADLs, rehabilitative activities/exercises, or recreational activities.
* The level of care or assistance required by the individuals (i.e., complete physical assistance, minimal assistance, or no physical assistance).
* The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - GATHER AND DOCUMENT INFORMATION Gather information regarding individuals' care and support including vital signs, daily schedules, training programs, and activities. Document the information in case files. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience gathering information regarding individuals' care including vital signs, schedules, AND activities. I documented the information in case files.
* B. I have experience gathering information regarding individuals' care including vital signs, schedules, OR activities. I documented the information in case files.
* C. I have experience gathering information regarding individuals' care including vital signs, schedules, OR activities. I provided the information to SOMEONE ELSE who documented it in case files.
* D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience gathering information regarding an individual's care.
* The type of information gathered.
* Your experience documenting in case files.
* The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - OBSERVE BEHAVIOR Observe individuals' behaviors to note changes, improvements, and unusual or inappropriate behavior. Meet with the interdisciplinary team and appropriate team members to discuss concerns regarding an individual's safety and well-being and supports provided. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience observing individuals' behaviors to note changes, improvements, or unusual or inappropriate behavior. I met with the interdisciplinary team/team members to discuss concerns regarding an individual's safety and well-being and supports provided.
* B. I have experience observing individuals' behaviors to note changes, improvements, or unusual or inappropriate behavior. I communicated my observations to SOMEONE ELSE who met with the interdisciplinary team/team members to discuss concerns.
* C. I have experience attending interdisciplinary team/team member meetings to report on individuals' progress in meeting goals.
* D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience observing individuals' behavior to note changes, improvements, or unusual or inappropriate behavior.
* Your experience meeting with interdisciplinary team/team members to discuss concerns, supports provided, or progress.
* The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
Required Question
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