Therapeutic Activities Aide - Wernersville State Hospital (12:30 PM to 8:30 PM)

About the role

Are you eager to support meaningful growth through positive and engaging activities? The Therapeutic Activities Aide at Wernersville State Hospital helps create a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals working toward personal goals. This role strengthens daily programming by guiding group sessions that build confidence and connection. It encourages steady progress by offering clear instruction, encouragement, and structured activities. Apply today to uplift participants and support their rehabilitation journeys!

Responsibilities

• Activity Leadership: Conduct planned therapeutic sessions and provide guidance to participants to support treatment goals
• Progress Observation: Observe participant engagement, document group and individual notes in the charting system, and share updates with staff
• Participant Support: Offer one-to-one encouragement and assistance to individuals who need additional help to engage in programming
• Safety Coordination: Escort participants to activity locations, monitor safety, and provide instruction on proper use of supplies and equipment
• Material Maintenance: Maintain activity materials, request needed repairs or supplies, and ensure spaces remain free of hazards
• Program Participation: Attend program planning meetings, contribute information on participant needs, and apply training to meet therapeutic objectives

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Six months of experience as an Aide Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Six months of work experience providing care to individuals requiring assistance with daily activities; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Other Requirements: Must meet PA residency requirement; must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Legal Requirements: Conditional offer requires medical examination and drug screening; submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports (PA State Police and FBI clearance) under the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Benefits

• FREE parking

Pay

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

Schedule

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Schedule may change based on operational needs. Overtime and travel as operationally necessary. Telework not available.