Reference #: 4435972 THE POSITION Are you a compassionate person who is a good listener, is observant of behavior, and is interested in a career where your talents can shine? The Department of Human Services (DHS), Norristown State Hospital, is seeking caring people who are interested in starting a rewarding career as a Psychiatric Aide. Apply today and join us and learn how the work that you do every day can make a difference in the lives of so many!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Psychiatric Aide, you deliver direct care using consumer-centered approaches under direction of a Registered Nurse. You provide age-specific and patient-centered approaches to patient interactions when providing care. Duties include assisting patients with daily activities based on personal needs including dressing, hygiene, and bathing. In addition, you closely observe and look for variations in patient behavior and report any changes immediately.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40-hour work week Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM), training hours are on 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM), shifts include a 30-minute lunch. Rotating schedule including weekends and holidays as assigned. May change based on operational needs. The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. Overtime and travel as needed. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. FREE PARKING! You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS 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 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:

You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a 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. 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. 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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and n ed 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.