CNA Training Track (Support Aide)
About The Position
At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide how we provide care for our residents and support the growth of our employees. Elderwood at Hornell is seeking compassionate individuals for our Paid CNA Training Track (Support Aide) . This program provides hands-on exposure to direct care roles while preparing trainees for the state CNA certification and permanent placement as a CNA. Support Aides work alongside our clinical team assisting residents with daily activities while awaiting enrollment in the next available Nurse Aide Training Program. About Elderwood at Hornell Elderwood at Hornell is a 112-bed Skilled Nursing Facility serving the Southern Tier of New York State. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation programs including orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical care, as well as therapy services in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Additional services include Respite Care, Seasonal Memory Care, Adult Medical Day Services, and Palliative Care. Our facility emphasizes a supportive team culture, employee appreciation initiatives, and work-life balance.
Requirements
- Minimum 16 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent required
- Employment Certificate/Permit required for applicants ages 16–17
- No findings or convictions related to resident abuse, mistreatment, or property misappropriation
- Ability to develop positive relationships with residents, coworkers, and families
- Physical stamina for daily activity
- This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
Responsibilities
- Transport or accompany residents to various locations including dining, therapy, and activity areas
- Make unoccupied resident beds and maintain resident rooms
- Assist in the Dining Room under supervision: passing trays, cutting meat, opening containers
- Distribute supplemental nourishment to residents who do not require feeding assistance
- Conduct informal activities on the unit when time allows
- Provide fresh water to residents’ rooms
- Prepare residents for bedtime
- Maintain general unit cleanliness and orderly resident rooms
- Clean resident equipment such as wheelchairs, geri-chairs, and beds
- Notify therapist of unusual incidents or changes in resident condition
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits (for eligible employees)
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Package
- Shift Differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends for eligible positions
- Tuition Assistance Program for clinical advancement
- Employee Referral Program
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Free Uniforms
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Free On-Site Parking
- Free Uniforms
- Friendly and supportive staff
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!
- Substantial employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
