Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nurse Aide Position

Open until filled

General Description:

***This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus***

At the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC), we help people with disabilities live their best lives. We are looking for kind, energetic people to join us as Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs). In this role, you aren't just an employee; you are a vital part of someone's life. Your workday is about more than just "tasks." You will help our residents start their day, stay healthy, and have fun. You might spend your morning helping someone get dressed and ready for the day, and spend your afternoon taking them on a trip into the community or helping them with a favorite hobby. You are there to be their biggest supporter. As a member of our team, your main goal is to help our residents be happy, safe, and healthy. It is active, meaningful work where you get to see the direct results of your kindness every single shift.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We know you have a life outside of work. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement: Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options: Work 12-hour shifts and enjoy 3 or 4 days off every single week.
• Education Leave: Maintain your full-time paycheck and benefits while you study; once accepted into a schooling program, you work 20 hours on-site and receive 20 hours of paid leave for classes or clinicals.
• Hiring Bonus: Start now and be eligible for a $2,000 bonus!
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

And MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Essential Functions: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Being a Hero in Daily Life: You will help residents with personal care, like getting dressed and eating, while allowing them to be as independent as possible.
• Creating Fun & Connection: You will take residents to community outings and help them enjoy hobbies, recreation, and time with friends.
• Being a Powerful Advocate: You will be the "voice" for our residents, making sure their needs are met and their goals are heard.
• Providing Expert Care: You will use your training to provide physical care, assist with medical needs, and keep everyone safe during challenging moments.
• Working as a Team: You will help keep living areas clean, attend team meetings to plan the best care, and help mentor new staff as they join the family.
• Professional Growth: You will learn new skills through specialized training and keep your CNA certification active with our support.

Preferences/Agency Requirements:

** Current Wyoming Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certificate is required. **Completion of internal Greenhouse (Shahbaz) training is required within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow the health and safety rules that keep our residents safe.
• Ability to teach residents new skills during their daily routines or fun activities.
• Knowledge of how to follow therapy and medical care plans for each resident.
• Understanding how to remain calm and assist residents who are struggling or exhibiting challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of how to be professional and kind to residents, families, and co-workers.
• Skills in using a computer to write notes and check work information.
• Ability to manage your emotions effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of emergency safety steps like First Aid, CPR (BLS), and crisis intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of how to use and care for basic medical tools.
• Ability to work well with residents who have severe disabilities and may have challenging behaviors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide OR Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare) Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Services Aide Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• CNA Certification at the time of hire
• Ability to complete Greenhouse (Shahbaz training) within six (6) months of hire.

Physical Working Conditions:

• Safely move (twisting, bending, lifting, kneeling, pushing, pulling), position, and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to see and hear sufficiently to monitor sounds, noises, location of clients, etc. to assure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Ability to work alone and/or with multiple residents.
• Ability to intervene and provide support and redirection during resident behavior episodes.
• Ability to work in a high-stress situation when necessary.

Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions:

• New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position.
• Current state employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public.
• One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
• Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from the promotion date.
• Employees will only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.