Aide Trainee
About the role
The Aide Trainee position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) offers an opportunity to build real care skills while positively impacting veterans and their spouses at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. This role fosters a care-focused environment that emphasizes dignity, respect, and service.
Responsibilities
- Training Participation: Complete classroom lessons and on-the-job activities to build direct care knowledge
- Resident Assistance: Support residents with basic needs, room cleanliness, and safe movement around the facility
- Care Techniques: Follow infection control steps, handle meal distribution tasks, and enter accurate documentation
- Safety Awareness: Watch for hazards, report concerns, and help maintain safe conditions indoors and outdoors
- Equipment Care: Clean medical devices and keep care supplies stocked and organized
- Unit Support: Transport residents, assist with activities, and help move supplies for nursing staff
Qualifications
- You must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. Work hours are 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) and 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days, weekends, and holidays. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Pay
In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
Schedule
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. Work hours are 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) and 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), with a 30-minute lunch. You will work rotating days, weekends, and holidays. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.