Residential Services Worker - Ebensburg Center

THE POSITION

Are you inspired to support others as a Residential Services Worker with the Department of Human Services? This role allows you to guide individuals in their daily growth and help shape meaningful residential programs. You will use your skills to encourage progress and build strong foundations for personal development. Step into a position where your work supports positive change and enhances the lives of those you serve.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on designing, guiding, and evaluating residential services that help individuals grow and succeed. It also includes directing staff and maintaining documentation needed for high-quality active treatment. As a Residential Services Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Support: Carry out residential service plans, complete assessments, and oversee active treatment activities
• Staff Guidance: Train and direct residential services aides to ensure strong delivery of supports and procedures
• Incident Review: Assist with examining incidents, identifying causes, and applying preventive strategies
• Record Oversight: Review documentation to confirm accuracy, compliance, and adherence to policy requirements
• Individual Engagement: Escort individuals to events, encourage participation, and support therapeutic routines
• Operational Coordination: Participate in meetings, share information, and maintain effective communication across shifts

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Travel: May be required for training purposes
• Overtime: 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.
• 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:

• Five years of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; or
  
• A bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, education, or nursing; or
• One year of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; and a bachelors degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

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 Guidelines.
• 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