Job order closes 10/10/24 11:59 pm EasternReference #: 4666303
THE POSITION
The Danville State Hospital, a long-term psychiatric facility, is actively seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, and confident individuals who are committed to providing quality nursing care. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment with opportunities for advancement. Join our supportive staff and take great pride in being a part of the service continuum for individuals who have severe mental illness and substance abuse issues!DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Psychiatric Aide, you will provide care to consumers under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will play a crucial role in assisting consumers with daily living activities, assessing their clothing and hygiene needs, and providing nursing care. You will also respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies. In addition, you will participate in professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and provide the best care possible.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-hour work week)
Work hours are available on the following shifts:
1st shift (6:45 AM to 3:15 PM), with 30-minute lunch
2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM), with 30-minute lunch
3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM), with no lunch
All three shifts include a rotating schedule, and work weekends and holidays as assigned.
Work schedules and hours may change as operationally necessary.
You may work overtime as needed.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
2nd shift receives $1.25/hour shift differential
3rd shift receives $1.15/hour shift differential
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
Six months of experience in the care, activities, and personal guidance of individuals with mental health or physical illness or disabilities; or
Certification as a Nurse Aide or Nursing Assistant through the Pennsylvania Department of Health.Other Requirements:
You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require 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).
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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.Telecommunications Relay ervice (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 INFORMATIONCompleting 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.
