Reference #: 4652061 THE POSITION Are you a hands-on activities professional who is able to connect with residents and encourage interaction? Do you want to use your care skills to enhance the quality of life for our veterans? The Gino Merli Veterans' Center is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Worker. Join a team committed to the men and women who served for our great country. Apply today!nnWatch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs!nnDESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of an interdisciplinary team, the Therapeutic Activities Worker develops formal therapeutic recreation care plans by assessing resident functional levels, strengths, needs, interests, and abilities. These plans may include arts and crafts, drama and dance, exercise and sports, or literature and music. It is necessary to continually evaluate and modify programming to meet individual needs. You will also plan, organize, and assist with various on and off-grounds therapeutic recreation programs and events.nnInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.nnWork Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch. You will work every other weekend with rotating holidays. Hours may be flexed based on operational needs. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYnnQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; or A bachelor's degree with major coursework in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.nnOther Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.nnLegal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.nnIn accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.nnHow to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.nnVeterans:nnPennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans fo appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at Relay Service (TRS):nn711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).nnIf you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.nnEXAMINATION INFORMATIONnnCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.nnThe Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.