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POSITION: |
Aide (Part-time, Multiple Positions) Therapeutic Activity Center |
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1 |
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WAGE: |
$7.61/hr. (as a minimum) |
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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 0804, NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2008.
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