Residential Program Trainee; Local Government Part-Time - Bedford County MH

Position: Residential Program Trainee (Local Government) Part-Time - Bedford County MH/ID
Location: Bedford

THE POSITION

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

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!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a part-time 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:

* Part-time, as needed employment, 0 to 28 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

* 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).

* 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

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