Residential Program Trainee (Local Government) Full-Time - Bedford County MH/ID
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: CS-2026-50792-L0785
Department: Local Government
Division: HS Bedford-Somerset Co Mh/Id U
Job classification: Residential Program Trainee (Local Government)
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Public Health, Social Services, Rehabilitation Services
Summary
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2026-50792-L0785. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JUNE 2, 2026 - JUNE 15, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
At Bedford-Somerset DBHS, our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at www.dbhs.co
As a Residential Program Trainee with the Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services (DBHS), you will help individuals grow stronger and more confident in daily life. This position offers meaningful hands-on experience supporting people in a residential setting, helping to teach life skills, encourage independence, and support personal progress. Take advantage of this opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others!
Examples of duties
As a Residential Program Trainee, the incumbent will help individuals learn daily living skills, build independence, and stay safe in a residential setting. This role supports personal growth through teaching, guidance, and teamwork. Work also involves assisting with the development and implementation of service plans. This position is responsible for the following duties:
- Daily Living Support: Teach skills such as hygiene, nutrition, safety practices, and daily routines
- Independent Skills: Help individuals develop problem solving, communication skills, and other abilities for community living
- Direct Care Tasks: Assist with cooking, shopping, housekeeping, laundry, and other home activities
- Community Assistance: Support individuals with transportation, family interactions, medication tasks, and money management
- Documentation Work: Maintain records, complete reports, and share updates during team meetings
- Safety Practices: Follow fire and safety rules, participate in drills, and help ensure a safe living environment
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 40 hours per week, shift work including weekends and holidays.
- On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands or in the event of an emergency.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
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:
- You must pass a background investigation.
- 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.
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