Forensic Security Employee Trainee - Torrance State Hospital

Are you prepared to embark on an entry-level role that will allow you to cultivate skills in forensic security within a collaborative and supportive team? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania offers an exceptional opportunity at the Regional Forensic Psychiatric Center located at Torrance State Hospital. In this position, you will provide oversight and care for patients committed to the RFPC, enabling you to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families in need. This role not only allows you to contribute meaningfully to the community but also serves as a solid foundation for a rewarding career in forensic security and community service.

As a Forensic Security Employee Trainee, you will engage in a comprehensive full-time training program that combines classroom instruction with closely monitored practical experience. This program is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to care for and treat mentally ill patients referred by the criminal justice system. Under the guidance of a Forensic Security Employee Trainer and a Forensic Security Employee 2, you will undertake non-professional nursing responsibilities for patients with diverse emotional and physical challenges, while also ensuring a therapeutic and secure environment. You will apply your understanding of relevant policies and regulations to effectively perform your duties.

In your role, you will act as a patient advocate, upholding respect and confidentiality while assisting with personal needs and belongings. Your responsibilities will include basic nursing tasks such as collecting specimens, monitoring vital signs, and providing skin care as needed. Regular rounds will be conducted to maintain the safety and integrity of the facility, ensuring all patients are accounted for and observations are documented in accordance with established policies. Providing emotional support is also essential, as you will foster positive interactions in both group and individual settings.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours during training will be 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM,
• After training, will be 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, working 10 out of 14 days in a two-week period
• Overtime and travel as needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Completion of the tenth school grade; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other 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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• 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.

How 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).
• 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.

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If 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.

The 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.

• Completing 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.