Social Services Aide 1

Social Services Aide 1

• Adult Daily Living Center
• Local Government Hawley, PA 3 DAYS AGO 22452010 Summary Hawley, PA $27748.50
• $27748.

50 per Year 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 37.50 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Reference #: 5273519 Salary $27,748.50 Annually Location Wayne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-45508-L0620

Department Local Government Division AN Wayne Co Aaa Opening Date 03/20/2026 Closing Date 4/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0620 Position Number 80011082 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88101164 Bureau / Division Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Worksite Address 300 Park Place City Hawley, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18428 Contact Name Tina Temple Contact Phone 570.253.4262 Contact Email ttemple@waynecountypa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a career in public service? Wayne County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) has a rewarding opportunity for a caring and compassionate individual who wishes to provide direct care to older adults and individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. This role operates in a small center that provides respite to family members that are caring for their loved ones. Make a difference in the lives of others by joining our dedicated team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Under supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse, this position provides a variety of services to clientele of the center. You will be responsible for assisting with personal care, taking and recording vitals, serving snacks and meals, feeding assistance, planning and providing recreational activities, assisting with ambulation, and oversight. This role will become familiar with each individual client knowing their different medical needs and communication styles. Incumbents participate in client care planning and treatment goals while upholding policies and regulations. Additional trainings and seminars will be offered to supplement knowledge and skills providing career growth opportunities.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours. This position requires flexible scheduling. May have overnight travel or out of County travel for meetings or training.

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:

Graduation from high school; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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. A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. 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. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams