Therapeutic Activities Aide

NOTE: This posting will close on May 31, 2026 or after 25 applications are received, whichever occurs first.

Join the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs as a Therapeutic Activities Aide and help support the well-being of men and women who served our great country. This role allows you to bring energy, creativity, and compassion to daily programs and activities at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. You will help residents stay engaged socially, mentally, and physically. Be part of a team that makes a positive difference every day.

This position supports planned activities that help residents maintain and improve their physical, social, and cognitive abilities. As a Therapeutic Activities Aide, you will perform the following duties:

• Activity Support: Assist in planning and conducting recreational and educational activities that support resident well-being
• Resident Assistance: Escort residents to programs, provide transportation when needed, and ensure safety during activities
• Program Participation: Lead or assist with group sessions such as games, crafts, outings, music, or exercise
• Volunteer Coordination: Support volunteers by giving clear guidance, reviewing safety practices, and helping them assist residents during activities
• Record Keeping: Document resident attendance, behavior, incidents, and progress for supervisors and care teams
• Supply Management: Maintain activity supplies, select needed materials, and prepare items for scheduled programs

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will have Sunday and Monday off.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six months of work experience providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirements:

• 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 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 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.