CNA (Therapeutic Program Worker) - 2nd & 3rd shift
State of Ohio•Sandusky, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
The State of Ohio Veterans Homes, part of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care facilities focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees. This position is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with needs. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities.
Requirements
- Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary.
- STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
- Must possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c).
- Must possess STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
- For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.
- Must apply on-line through this posting website.
- Clearly describe how you meet each minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed.
- Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov.
- New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
- The final applicant selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal records check as required by Section 3721.121 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Nice To Haves
- The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
- This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Responsibilities
- Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding
- Transport and attends activities or programs with residents
- Complete various daily, monthly, and other required documentation
- Observe & report any changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse
- Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
- Applies safety & infection control measures
- Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
- Assist nursing personnel with admission, discharge & transfer of residents
Benefits
- Starting Hourly Pay: $23.28 per hour ($48,422 annually)
- 1st Raise in 6 Months: increase to $23.65 per hour
- $500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year
- Multiple pay increases over your years of service
- Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
- Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
- Overtime opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
- Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
- Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
- Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
- Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
- Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
