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Aide Trainee
Salary
$37,660.00 - $50,053.00 Annually
Location
Philadelphia County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-45887
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Nrsg Dvh
Opening Date
03/27/2026
Closing Date
3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
30001
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
N1
Pay Group
ST02
Bureau / Division Code
00135180
Bureau / Division
Delaware Valley Veterans' Home / Nursing Department
Worksite Address
2701 Southampton Road
City
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19154
Contact Name
Jaime Doyle
Contact Phone
215.856.2836
Contact Email
jaidoyle@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Take the first step into a rewarding career providing care for Pennsylvania's veterans and their families! The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is seeking hardworking, passionate, and caring individuals to become Aide Trainees at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. As a trainee, you will learn all the skills necessary to provide exceptional care for veterans at the home. Apply today if you are an ambitious and confident person tp begin your journey to becoming a Nurse Aide and deliver outstanding resident care to American heroes!
Click here (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmva/about-dmva) to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will receive both classroom and on-the-job training to care for our veteran residents. After completing an 8-hour online course, 16-hour classroom session, and an 80-hour orientation program, you will be eligible for promotion to a Nurse Aide position. While training, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide non-professional rehabilitative nursing care and treatment. These responsibilities will include distributing meals, transporting residents, and engaging in social activities. You will also be responsible for changing linens, cleaning medical equipment, and responding to requests for snacks and water. Additionally, you will contribute to residents' Plans of Care by attending interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and develop individualized goals and methods.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50601889) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
Work hours will be determined from the following shifts, including rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch. You will be required to work every other weekend.
1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
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
Additional Requirements:
You must have high school diploma or GED.
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 willnotbe 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.
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 (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html 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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
