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Community Aide II

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • Day Job

PostedDecember 10, 2025

Pay$19.20–$30.08 / hr

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About this role

The Community Aide II is an entry level position responsible for assisting with the assessment, education and rehabilitation of consumers participating in the program.

Our residential programs embrace a Housing First, Harm Reduction philosophy to meet our participants where they are. We are widely recognized across Allegheny County for providing the highest quality of support and service to our participants, and serve individuals diagnosed with behavioral health and substance use disorder.

Responsibilities:

Collaboration & Communication

  • Meet regularly with Vocational Counselor, Program Coordinator, and Psychiatric Rehabilitation Staff to discuss consumer progress and service planning.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with supervisors and staff regarding group and individual activities.
  • Report clinical and non-clinical concerns to appropriate administrative personnel.
  • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and supervisory meetings; contribute to discussions on consumer involvement.

Consumer Support & Engagement

  • Work directly with consumers in various settings to provide orientation, monitor progress, assess skills, and offer continuous feedback.
  • Engage consumers effectively, modeling appropriate interactions and providing 1-on-1 or group support.
  • Identify individual learning needs in collaboration with the Program Coordinator.

Program Development & Evaluation

  • Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating rehabilitation services and recovery programs.
  • Collaborate on the development of individualized Rehabilitation Plans based on ongoing needs.

Documentation & Safety

  • Accurately document goal progress, services provided, observations, interventions, and consumer responses.
  • Apply and uphold safety precautions in all environments.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Prior human services experience preferred.
  • May in the course of their duties be in rooms where medications are stored or may transport medications when they transport patients.
  • Transportation of medication is limited from one department to another.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Valid Pennsylvania drivers license and access to reliable transportation preferred.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
  • Act 34
  • OAPSA

ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

 

Pay range

$19.20–$30.08 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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Community Aide II — Pittsburgh, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)

Community Aide II at Pepper Health, Pittsburgh. See the pay range, the schedule, and your recruiter’s name before you apply. Start with just your email.

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# Community Aide II

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Western Psychiatric Hospital
- Pay: $19.20–$30.08 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-10T21:50:45.63Z

## Description

The Community Aide II is an entry level position responsible for assisting with the assessment, education and rehabilitation of consumers participating in the program.

Our residential programs embrace a Housing First, Harm Reduction philosophy to meet our participants where they are. We are widely recognized across Allegheny County for providing the highest quality of support and service to our participants, and serve individuals diagnosed with behavioral health and substance use disorder.
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Life at Pepper Health

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Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Care Coordinator

  2. Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)

  3. Senior Clinician — LCSW

  4. Program Supervisor

  5. Behavioral Health Director

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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