Aide Trainee

If you are passionate about helping veterans and want to make a difference in their lives, consider applying for an Aide Trainee position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). We are currently seeking individuals who are hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated to provide superior care to our residents and their spouses at the Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center. In this entry-level position, you will have the opportunity to care for our residents, with the potential for growth and advancement into a Nurse Aide position. Apply today and join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those who have served our country!

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.

Our enthusiastic and dedicated nursing staff provides 24-hour care, seven days a week. From helping our residents prepare for their day to assisting them to participate in exciting activities, you will play a huge role in their day. Through this day-to-day contact with our residents, you will have the ability to positively impact their quality of life by providing the best possible care.

This role serves as a stepping stone towards becoming a Nurse Aide. Upon completion of an 8-hour training course and successfully passing the competency exam, the 16-hour classroom course, and an 80-hour orientation program you will be promoted to a Nurse Aide position. This promotion will allow you to take on more responsibilities and advance your career in the health care field.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment (8.0 hours per day; 40 hours per week)
• During classroom orientation work hours will be 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. After certification is obtained, work hours will be 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM or 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM; rotating days and weekends, and every other holiday; with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Willingness and ability to work in Scranton, PA
• Willingness to work a full-time permanent position for the 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM shift or the 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM shift with rotating days and weekends, every other holiday (after certification is obtained on an 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM shift classroom orientation)
• Completion of an 8-hour online training course prior to hire and providing a certificate of completion
• Work experience caring for geriatric or physically ill individuals
• Be at least 18 years of age
• 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 (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.

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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.