Therapeutic Activities Aide
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Therapeutic Activities AidePrint ( Activities AideSalary$37,660.00 - $55,394.00 AnnuallyLocationChester County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-12170DepartmentDepartment of Military & Veterans AffairsDivisionMV Nrsg SevcOpening Date11/18/2024Closing Date11/22/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code31360Position Number00216478UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitN1Pay GroupST03Bureau / Division Code00134580Bureau / DivisionSoutheastern Veterans Center, NursingWorksite Address1 Veterans DriveCitySpring City, PennsylvaniaZip Code19475Contact NameLorena SardoneContact ...@pa.gov+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsTHE POSITIONThe Southeastern Veterans Center is seeking a compassionate individual who is outgoing and motivated to enhance the lives of the men and women who served our great country. If you are committed to providing amazing resident interaction and care, a Therapeutic Activities Aide is the ideal job for you. Bring your ambition and talents to our team.Watch this video ( to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Therapeutic Activities Aide, you will assist in planning, organizing, scheduling, and conducting recreational and educational activities that will lead residents to their highest level of physical, cognitive, and social abilities. This includes coordinating activities with other departments, maintaining working relationships with veteran's service organizations, acting as a lead worker for volunteers who assist in activities and programs, and instructing assigned volunteers in safety practices and local policies. In this role, you will have the opportunity to create a safe and cordial atmosphere for residents, visitors, volunteer groups, other departments, and the general public.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 are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Sunday - Thursday, Friday and Saturday off, 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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 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.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 ( !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.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.01The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania legislatively allows the Department of Aging and Area Agencies on Aging to provide preference to candidates who are 60 years of age or older. Are you 60 years of age or older?+ Yes+ No02Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Aide Trainee for six months or more full-time?+ Yes+ No03If 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.04How 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+ None05If 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.06How many semester credits of college coursework have you successfully completed? 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 your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.+ 15 credits or more+ Less than 15 credits+ None07Have 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 upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.+ Yes+ No08Have 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 upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.+ Yes+ NoRequired QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Website