Therapeutic Activities Aide
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Therapeutic Activities Aide Print ( ApplyTherapeutic Activities AideSalary$37,660.00 - $55,394.00 AnnuallyLocation Philadelphia County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-93097DepartmentDepartment of Military & Veterans AffairsDivisionMV Nrsg DvhOpening Date09/13/2024Closing Date9/27/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code31360Position Number50605251UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitN1Pay GroupST03Bureau / Division Code00135180Bureau / DivisionDelaware Valley Veterans' HomeWorksite Address2701 Southampton RoadCityPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaZip Code19154Contact NameJaime DoyleContact Phone215.###.####Contact Email...@pa.gov+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsTHE 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 Delaware Valley Veterans' Home 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! 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 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with every other weekend and rotating 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS 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. 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 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). + 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 ...@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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo ( !Health & WellnessWe 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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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. 01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Aide Trainee for six months or more full-time?+ 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 How much full-time work experience do you possess providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities? + 6 months or more+ Less than 6 months+ None 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. 05 How many semester credits of college coursework have you successfully completedIf you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.+ 15 credits or more+ Less than 15 credits+ None 06 Have you successfully completed a Nurse Aide or Nursing Assistant certification program?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If you answer yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.+ Yes+ No 07 Have you completed workshop training or continuing education classes that related to human services?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If you answer yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.+ Yes+ No Required QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Website