CNA Class

Wellspring Lutheran Services•Comins Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellspring Lutheran Services is hiring a full-time Resident Assistant at Wellspring Skilled Nursing & Rehab in Fairview. The role is intended for people interested in beginning a healthcare career and includes the opportunity to participate in Wellspring-paid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. No previous healthcare experience is required. Resident Assistants support residents’ comfort and daily life in the community. They build relationships with residents, learn their names and preferences, help residents get to activities or appointments, respond to non-clinical requests, deliver meal trays, and help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming environment. They work alongside experienced caregivers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while gaining exposure to skilled nursing and long-term care. The Resident Assistant position pays $14.00 per hour and has day and afternoon shifts consisting of eight-hour shifts, with every other weekend required. The CNA training program lasts four weeks and includes classroom and clinical instruction. Training is scheduled during the day, and attendance is required each day to complete the class and qualify for state testing. Applicants must be available for each phase of the program. After CNA certification, the opportunity described is a full-time CNA position on the night shift (5:30 p.m.–5:30 a.m.), with every other weekend required. The stated CNA pay is $17.00 per hour plus a $0.50 shift differential and applicable wage pass-through.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and coworkers.
Willingness to learn and grow in a healthcare environment.
Commitment to providing excellent customer service and support.
Applicants must be available for each phase of the employment and CNA training program.
Attendance is required each day of the four-week CNA class to complete the class and qualify for state testing.
Must be available to work every other weekend.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
Dependable, compassionate, and willing to learn.
Enjoys helping others, building relationships, and connecting with people.
Interest in exploring a healthcare career.
Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
A caring heart and desire to make a difference.

Responsibilities

Help residents feel welcome, comfortable, and supported throughout the day.
Build relationships with residents and learn their names, preferences, and routines.
Help residents get where they need to go, including activities and appointments.
Assist with non-clinical requests and deliver meal trays.
Help create and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
Support resident dignity, comfort, and human connection.
Learn from experienced healthcare professionals while gaining exposure to skilled nursing and long-term care.