Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
About The Position
Are you a CNA? Do you enjoy helping others, interested in behavioral health? If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux team! We are seeking a full-time or part-time CNA for our Goleta program working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. The certified nursing assistant position provides quality nursing care to individuals served in accordance to established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Duties include but are not limited to the following: assist individuals with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, incontinence care; transfers, lifts, moves, and transports individuals using proper body mechanics or lifting divides for accident prevention; communicates effectively and tactfully with individuals served, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors; is knowledgeable of individualized care plans and provides support according to the individual's care plan. Part-time and full-time positions available. Part-time must be available to work a minimum of three shifts per week, including one weekend shift. Current shifts available: Saturday/Sunday: 7am-3pm, Sunday-Saturday: 3pm-11pm, and Sunday-Saturday: 11pm-7am
Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED
- Graduate of an approved C.N.A program
- Valid certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in California
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must possess and maintain valid driver's license
- Valid California Driver's License and clean driving record
- Ability to pass a thorough background screening process and livescan fingerprinting
- Drug screen clearance
- Medical and tuberculosis skin test clearance
- Ability to administer CPR and first aid
- Ability to properly restrain adult client
- Ability to create and maintain a therapeutic milieu
- Must be free of dependency and abuse of illegal or illicit drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical substances or controlled substances
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one (1) year experience as a certified nursing assistant is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, incontinence care
- Transfers, lifts, moves, and transports individuals using proper body mechanics or lifting divides for accident prevention
- Communicates effectively and tactfully with individuals served, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors
- Is knowledgeable of individualized care plans and provides support according to the individual's care plan
- Administer CPR and first aid
- Properly restrain adult client
- Create and maintain a therapeutic milieu
Benefits
- ASCEND Tuition Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 24-days of Vacation Annually (FT staff)
- 8-days of Sick Leave Annually (FT staff)
- Employee Assistance Program through Carebridge (includes 5 free counseling sessions per event per year, plus more!)
- Bereavement Leave
- Benefits available to Domestic Partner, Spouse, Children
- Retirement Plan 403B
- Life Insurance – 2x your annual salary
- Voluntary Life insurance, Accidental Death, Group Accident
- Tuition covered and student loan repayment (through ASCEND program)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
