Psychiatric Aide - Danville State Hospital (2nd Shift)

Posting number: CS-2026-52169-30010

Department: Department of Human Services

Division: HS Danville St Hosp

Job classification: Psychiatric Aide

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Nursing, Rehabilitation Services

Summary

Examples of duties

This position provides direct consumer care and supports daily treatment activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse. As a Psychiatric Aide, you will perform the following duties:

• Daily Living Support: Assist consumers with activities of daily living and help maintain a living spaces
• Health Monitoring: Take and record basic health measurements such as temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
• Behavioral Assistance: Observe consumer behavior and report changes to the Registered Nurse
• Treatment Program Support: Assist with treatment programs, therapeutic activities, and consumer supervision during on and off unit events
• Emergency Response: Respond to medical or psychiatric emergencies according to established procedures and training
• Communication and Documentation: Document consumer information, communicate observations, and maintain confidentiality of all records

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 2nd shift (2:45 PM to 11:15 PM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays as assigned.
  • 2nd shift offers a differential of $1.25 per hour.
  • Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Overtime and travel as needed
• Free parking
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Aide Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six months of experience in the care, activities, and personal guidance of individuals with mental health or physical illness or disabilities; or
• Certification as a Nurse Aide or Nursing Assistant through the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

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 and a drug screening.
• 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 t