Reference #: 4326961THE POSITION

　　The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Danville State Hospital is looking for dedicated individuals to work in our facility. We are seeking hardworking, enthusiastic, and compassionate employees to join our team. The Danville State Hospital has many opportunities for Aide-Trainees.  These are entry level positions with lots of room for advancement.

　　Join DanvilleState Hospital in this extremely important work providing care for Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens.DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Aide Trainee will attend training sessions designed to teach employees how to care for and support consumers in a mental health treatment setting. Training will consist of paid classroom and on the job training in an actual resident setting.  Upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period, the Aide Trainee will be promoted to a Psychiatric Aide (PA) with responsibility for the full scope of care and support to consumers living at the facility. Promotion to the PA job title includes an increase in the hourly pay rate for the position.

　　Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the .

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment.

　　The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.Full-time employment.The starting salary for the Aide-Trainee position is $18.82/hour.Work hours: Shift work in a 24/7/365 operation, including holidays and weekends, 8-hour shifts. Shifts normally consist of 6:45 am to 3:15 pm, 2:45 pm to 11:15 pm, and 11:00 pm to 7:00am.5-day work week with 2 days off2nd and 3rd shifts receive shift differentialRotating schedule, with every other weekend work and holidays as assignedOvertime: As needed, voluntary and possible mandatory.Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.FREE PARKING!Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:No previous experience needed, training provided.Other Requirements:You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:

　　A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening.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).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 preference for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .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.

　　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.

　　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.