Psychiatric Aide (2nd shift) - Norristown State Hospital

Position Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who is eager to make a profound impact on the lives of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens? As a Psychiatric Aide with the Department of Human Services, you will play an essential role in delivering hands‑on care at Norristown State Hospital. This position allows you to support patients through meaningful interactions and daily activities. You will work closely with the nursing team to promote safety, comfort, and dignity for every patient. Description of Work Daily Care: Assist patients with hygiene, dressing, eating, mobility, and other daily activities Patient Monitoring: Observe patient behaviors, take vital signs, and report changes to nursing staff Safety Support: Escort patients, supervise activities, and help maintain a safe therapeutic environment Emergency Response: Provide basic first aid and assist during medical or psychiatric emergencies Record Tasks: Document patient information and complete assigned reports accurately Team Participation: Support coworkers, attend trainings, and follow hospital procedures to ensure quality care Work Schedule and Additional Information Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours during training are 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM). Once training is complete, you will work 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM). This includes a rotating schedule of weekends and holidays as assigned, with a 30‑minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs. Overtime and travel: As needed Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable. Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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. You must meet the PA residency requirement. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr