POSITION:     Aide (Part-time, Multiple Positions)         Therapeutic Activity Center     Developmental Services  PAY GRADE:     1  WAGE:                $7.80/hr. (as a minimum)

DUTIES:                     

• Assists with the daily therapeutic care, training and habilitation of individuals present in the Therapeutic Activity Center.

• Provides training and care in activities which include but are not limited to, the following: daily living skills, personal and hygiene needs, functional and educational skills, communication, personal adjustment, arts & crafts, social skills, physical development and recreational skills, community life, mobility and integration/inclusion skills, and various sensory stimulation, gross and fine motor activities.

• Observes individuals and reports changes in behavior, attitude, or physical condition to Supervisor, in a timely manner.

• Maintains the cleanliness and order in the Center and initiates emergency procedures as necessary.

• Assists in developing and updating active goal plans based on ongoing assessments, evaluations, observations and interviews, maintains all related Case Records.

• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Must successfully complete course requirements for certifications, as may be required by program.

• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police and Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.

• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License and safe driving record.

• Ability to lift or assist in lifting individuals, as may be required.

• Ability to move and/or lift program equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.

• Ability to read, comprehend, follow written and verbal instructions, and follow supervisory direction.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS MUST SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST TO THE SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA HUMAN SERVICES, INC., OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES, 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA  15022-1607,  ATTENTION:  DEPARTMENT 1004, NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M., THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2010.

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