Residential Program Trainee (Part-Time) (LG) - CMSU County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-79780-L0785. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 21, 2024 TO APRIL 3, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you a motivated and dependable person who would enjoy providing assistance and enrichment to the lives of others? Columbia, Montour, Snyder, and Union (CMSU) County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is seeking someone like you to join the team as a Residential Program Trainee. Take pride in the work you do while helping individuals with behavioral health issues achieve what's necessary to live independently and be part of the community. We look forward to hearing from you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Residential Program Trainee, you will learn how to assist individuals in a mental health Community Residential Rehabilitation (CRR) Program who are engaged in recovery with behavioral health and co-occurring issues to obtain the skills necessary to live independently and reintegrate into the community. You will have the opportunity to assist in developing and implementing individual service plans, counsel clients to effectively process daily stressors, manage educational and vocational responsibilities, and identify and maintain personal values. Under supervision, you may also assist with or conduct recreational and social activities. Providing transportation for consumers will be required as necessary.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment
• Work hours will vary. This position is at a facility which runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• 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:

• No previous experience and training required.

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.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  1. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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.

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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.

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.