Aide Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Aide Trainee works at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home for the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). The position combines formal classroom instruction and supervised work assignments to develop caregiving skills and prepare the trainee for future certification as a Nurse Aide. The role supports residents, including veterans and their spouses, by assisting with daily activities, promoting safety and comfort, and contributing to a positive living environment.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, on the second shift from 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Workdays and weekends rotate. Telework is not available. A conditional offer requires a medical examination and satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police and FBI clearances, under the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment requires a medical examination and satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom instruction and complete clinical training activities to develop skills for future Nurse Aide certification.
• Assist residents with daily needs, respond to call bells, advocate for resident concerns, and support comfort and well-being.
• Maintain clean and organized resident areas, identify hazards, follow infection control procedures, and use required protective equipment.
• Distribute meal trays and between-meal nourishments, encourage food and fluid intake, and assist with feeding when authorized and supervised.
• Support residents during appointments, recreational activities, outings, and social programs, providing safe transport throughout the facility.
• Record assigned information, contribute to care planning discussions, and report safety concerns, unusual behavior, or equipment issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED