CNA Training Track (Support Aide)

Launch Your Healthcare Career at Elderwood at North CreekSalary: $18.50 / hrAre you ready to build a meaningful career in healthcare - right here in the North Country? Elderwood at North Creek is hiring CNA Trainees to join our team and complete a structured, 3-week Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program led by a professional nurse educator.This is not an online-only course. This is hands-on, in-person learning inside a real clinical environment - where you'll build confidence, skill, and purpose.Get paid to launch your CNA career.Benefit Preview:Gas Allowance Stipend for qualifying commuters!Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, VisionTuition Reimbursement and PAID Continued Education401K with Employer MatchingPTO & Holiday PackageEmployee Referral Bonus - UP TO $2,000Generous PTO & Holiday PackageEARN 10% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program (higher base pay)Flexible SchedulingShift DifferentialsAnd more!Your Path to Becoming a CNAWeek 1: Classroom & FoundationsOnsite instruction focused on: Resident care fundamentals, Infection control & safety, Communication & professionalism, & Clinical skill developmentWeek 2: Skills Lab & PracticeHands-on demonstrations and competency validation under educator supervision.Week 3: Clinical ExperienceSupervised clinical days within Elderwood at North Creek, followed by the NYS CNA Certification Exam (Prometric).Upon successful completion, you will transition into a Full-Time or Part-Time CNA role at Elderwood at North Creek.What You'll Gain:Paid trainingDirect employment pathwayReal clinical experienceState certification preparationMentorship from experienced nursing leadersA career with growth potential in long-term and post-acute careWhat We're Looking For:We are seeking individuals who are:Reliable and committed to completing a structured 3-week onsite programCompassionate and motivated to care for older adultsProfessional, punctual, and team-orientedReady to build a long-term healthcare careerProgram Expectations:To successfully complete the program, trainees must:Pass the Prometric Reading Assessment (80% or higher)Achieve 90% or higher on quizzes and final examAttend all classroom, lab, and clinical daysProvide required health documentation (MMR, Flu, etc.)Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout trainingHave dependable transportationParticipants must have access to a personal device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone) for supplemental coursework.Why Elderwood at North Creek?Proudly Rated 4 Stars by CMS! Elderwood at North Creek has earned a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - exceeding both the New York state average and the national average. This distinction reflects our commitment to quality care, strong staffing, and high standards in safety and health outcomes. When you join our team, you become part of a facility that residents and families trust. When you train here, you're not just learning skills - you're joining a care team that makes a difference every day.Healthcare careers don't start by accident - they start with action. Apply today to begin your CNA training journey at Elderwood at North Creek and build a future you can be proud of.Responsibilities(CNA Training Track - Support Aide):Transport residents or accompanies ambulatory residents as assigned to various locations in the building including the dining room, activity program areas, therapy or treatment areas.Make unoccupied resident beds, as assigned.Assist in the Dining Room with food service to residents, under the direction of licensed therapy staff; duties include passing trays, cutting meat, opening cartons or other containers.Distribute supplemental nourishments to residents who do not need to be fed, as directed.Conduct informal activities on the nursing unit when time permits, as directed.Supply fresh water in resident's rooms, as directed.Prepare bed and bedwear of resident's at hour of sleep, as assigned.Help keep general areas of the assigned nursing unit neat and orderly, as directed.Clean resident's equipment (wheelchair/geri chair, bed, etc.), as assigned.Keep the rooms of residents orderly, as assigned.Notify therapist of any unusual incidents regarding residents.Qualifications(CNA Training Track - Support Aide):Sixteen (16) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent required.Employment Certificate/Permit required for 16-17 years of age.No findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment and misappropriation of property through any current or previous licensing agency.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.EOE StatementWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.