Clerical Assistant 2 - South Mountain Restoration Center

THE POSITION

Situated in the beautiful mountains near Michaux State Forest, South Mountain Restoration Center, a Long Term Care Skilled Nursing Home Facility operated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated, reliable candidate for the Clerical Assistant 2 position to support the medical and nursing staff. This is an ideal opportunity to utilize your organizational and clerical skills to support the facility in providing exceptional care to some of the states most vulnerable citizens.

Apply today to join our dedicated team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

We are seeking a dependable and organized Clerical Assistant 2 who will provide essential administrative and clerical support within our Nursing Department. Working under the direction of the Director of Nursing, this position helps keep daily operations running smoothly at the nursing station located within the facilities living areas. You will assist staff, support resident needs, and help maintain efficient communication between departments.

Additional responsibilities of this position include:

• Provide administrative and clerical support to nursing staff and medical personnel
• Review and process forms, records, and other documents; enter information into computer systems
• Answer phones, relay messages, and maintain communication between departments
• Assist with resident-related documentation, scheduling, and record updates in the EHR
• Requisition supplies and help keep the nursing station organized
• Prepare resident ID bracelets, maintenance work orders, and clinical records for admissions.
• Provide general support as needed, including training assistance and coverage for other floors
• Operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, photocopiers, and calculators

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday thru Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
• Shift may change based on operational needs.
• Free parking at this facility.
• DHS provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and a great work environment.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting salary of $36,108 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from high school; or
• An 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 Guidelines
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

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

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa