Therapeutic Activities Aide

The Position

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is seeking hard working and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. In this Therapeutic Activities Aide role with our Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, you will contribute to the superior care we offer veterans and their spouses by helping residents take part in planned activities that support their wellbeing.

If you are an ambitious, confident, kind, and committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you!

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Description Of Work

The Therapeutic Activities Aide conducts planned sessions of resident activities under the direction of Therapeutic Recreational Services staff that will lead residents of the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home to their highest level of physical, cognitive, and social abilities. In this position, you will perform the following duties:

• Support Programs and Activities: Help plan, organize, schedule, and carry out recreational and educational programs and leisure activities including social parties, games, field trips, clubs, crafts, music, and more
• Create Resident Engagement: Encourage residents to participate in group and individual activities that support socialization, interpersonal relationships, self-respect, self-esteem, and self help
• Help Maintain Safety: Contribute to a safe, clean, and welcoming setting for residents, visitors, volunteers, and staff; notice and report unusual situations and safety concerns immediately
• Transport and Escort Residents: Help residents get to and from programs and activities, move from wheelchairs to bus seats, and support their personal and safety needs while in the activity area
• Manage Supplies: Monitor inventory and submit requests when new equipment and supplies are needed
• Observe Behavior: Document resident participation; notice resident progress, strengths, and needs; share this information and any concerns with supervisors and the multi-disciplinary care 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, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work every other weekend and holidays as scheduled.
• 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:

• Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six months of work experience providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• 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).
• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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 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.