Nurse Aide Trainee (Aide Trainee) - State of Pennsylvania : Job Details

Salary: $37,660.00 - $50,053.00 Annually Location : Chester County, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2025-31462 Department: Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division: MV Nrsg Sevc Opening Date: 08/12/2025 Closing Date: 8/16/2025 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: 00134580 Bureau / Division: Southeastern Veterans' Center / Nursing Worksite Address: 1 Veterans Drive City: Spring City, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 19475 Contact Name: Lorena Sardone Contact Email: [email protected] THE POSITION Are you interested in a rewarding, entry-level position helping veterans? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Southeastern Veterans' Center is seeking dedicated and caring individuals. We have wonderful opportunities for Aide Trainees and provide growth opportunities to become a Nurse Aide. If you are an ambitious, confident person dedicated to providing amazing resident care for veterans and their spouses, then this job is 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 Our enthusiastic and dedicated nursing staff provides 24-hour care, seven days a week. You will play a huge role by helping our residents prepare for their day and encouraging them to participate in exciting activities. Through this daily contact with our residents, you will have the ability to positively impact their quality of life by providing the best possible care. By taking this first step to becoming a Nurse Aide, you will be responsible for completing formal off site classroom training at our partner location, completing reading assignments, listening to lectures, watching films, observing demonstrations, and role playing. In addition, you will receive on-the-job training assignments to develop knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes necessary to provide non-professional rehabilitative nursing care. After successful training you will certified as a state tested Nurse Aide. 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 1st shift (6:45 AM to 3:15 PM), 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM), and 3rd shift (11:15 PM to 7:45 AM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days and weekends.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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 QUALIFICATIONSAdditional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Willingness and ability to work in Spring City, Chester County, PA
• Willingness to work a full-time permanent position for 1st shift (6:45 AM to 3:15 PM), 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM), or 3rd shift (11:15 PM to 7:45 AM), with rotating days and weekends (after certification is obtained in a classroom orientation)
• Willingness to successfully complete a 120 hour training course to include 42 hours in classroom instruction, 24 hours of lab practice, held at Reading Area Community College, with the remaining 54 hours taking place at a clinical site near Reading Area Community College, and providing a certificate of completion
• Work experience caring for geriatric or physically ill individuals
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent

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 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
• 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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 short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our 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 and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Preferred Qualification: This position is in Spring City, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Are you willing and able to work in Chester County, PA?

• Yes
• No

02 Preferred Qualification: This is a full-time permanent position for the* 1st shift - 6:45 am-3:15 pm, * 2nd shift - 3 pm - 11:30 pm, or * 3rd shift - 11:15 pm - 7:45 am shift (after certification is obtained in a classroom orientation). Are you willing to work this 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift with Rotating Days & Weekends?

• * 1st shift - 6:45 am-3:15 pm
• * 2nd shift - 3 pm - 11:30 pm
• * 3rd shift - 11:15 pm - 7:45 am

03 This is a training position, this position will require 120 hours with 42 hours of classroom instruction and 24 hours of lab practice - the remaining 54 hours will take place at Southeastern Veteran Center, in Spring City, PA. Are you willing to complete this training and provide a certificate of successfully passing the exam?

• Yes
• No

04 Preferred Qualification: How many years of experience do you have in the care of geriatric or physically ill individuals?

• 5 or more years
• More than 4 but less than 5 years
• More than 3 but less than 4 years
• More than 2 but less than 3 years
• More than 1 but less than 2 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

05 Preferred Qualification: Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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