Residential Program Trainee (Part-Time) (Local Government)

About the role

This part‑time Residential Program Worker position supports individuals who are returning to the community or working to avoid hospitalization. The role helps consumers build confidence, independence, and success in daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers as they work toward independent and safe living (Home Support).
• Teach home safety steps that support daily routines (Safety Training).
• Provide updates to supervisors and team members regarding consumer behavior and progress (Observation Sharing).
• Record observations, behaviors, and consumer progress in a timely manner (Documentation Tasks).
• Drive consumers in a county vehicle to appointments when needed (Transportation Assistance).
• Work assigned shifts to support round‑the‑clock availability for consumers in the residence (Facility Coverage).

Schedule

Part‑time employment with on‑call evenings (overnight) and weekends as part of the schedule. Shifts are arranged to assure 24‑hour availability in a small facility where a limited number of seriously mentally ill (SMI) consumers reside, each in their own apartment. Telework is not an option.

Pay

In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable. Further communication regarding salary will be provided via email.

Requirements

• No previous experience or training required.
• Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation.
• Conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• Position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law; a conditional offer will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.