THE POSITIONTake on an exciting opportunity to care for Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens! The Ebensburg Center is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Residential Services Aides to help us continue to support people with intellectual disabilities as they develop and implement the skills needed to have an everyday life in the community. Apply now to make a difference by using your experience in caring for individuals with intellectual disabilities!Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Ebensburg Center!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will assist with the development of Individual Habilitation and Individual Support Plans for our residents. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you will complete designated portions of assessments with accurate information about each individual's strengths, likes, and needs. You will also assist with support plans by conducting training plans to maximize the delivery of treatment. As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, you will work with other team members to deliver treatment and training services in the areas of self-care, socialization, and health maintenance as specified in individuals' support plans. Additionally, you will record information in assigned individuals' unit records to document and communicate information to other members of the team.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. The work schedule will rotate as follows: 7 days on then 2 days off and 8 days on then 4 days off.
- This may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime is required
- Travel as needed
- 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 QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);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.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.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.