CMA - Assisted Living, Weekend Nights

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for ensuring the safety, supervision, and well-being of individuals receiving services while implementing each individual's care plan. The CNA provides direct personal care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) in residential, community, and healthcare settings. This position works collaboratively with the Registered Nurse (RN), Program Director, and interdisciplinary team to promote health, safety, independence, and quality of life for the individuals served.

The CNA also assists with healthcare coordination, transportation, documentation, environmental safety, and administrative duties while demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to the organization’s mission, values, and person-centered approach to care.

Direct Care Responsibilities

Provide direct support and supervision to individuals in accordance with their Individual Support Plan (ISP), care plan, and organizational policies.

Oral hygiene

Administer medications and prescribed treatments in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and applicable regulations.

Support individuals with mobility needs, including lifting, transferring, positioning, and ambulation assistance.

Monitor and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral health status.

Implement approved interventions during behavioral or medical crises, including supporting individuals exhibiting self‑injurious or aggressive behaviors.

Participate in and perform physical supports and interventions consistent with Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and agency training requirements.

Accompany and assist individuals during community outings, appointments, recreational activities, employment activities, and social engagements.

Provide services in multiple environments including residential homes, community settings, hospitals, healthcare facilities, and other designated locations.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

Monitor the environment for health, safety, and maintenance concerns and promptly report issues to appropriate personnel.

Follow all infection control, bloodborne pathogen, health and safety, and emergency preparedness procedures.

Collaborate with the RN and Program Director to promote consumer health and environmental safety.

Maintain required staffing ratios and supervision levels as outlined in individual support plans and program requirements.

Health‑related concerns

Assist with assessing individual skill development and monitoring progress toward goals.

Participate in ISP implementation, program planning, and team meetings as required.

Maintain confidentiality of all consumer, organizational, and employee information in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies.

Administrative and Team Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties and other assigned tasks that support program operations.

Support organizational values, policies, and procedures while promoting a positive and respectful work environment.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the program.

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing with the applicable State Board of Nursing.

High School Diploma or GED.

Ability to successfully complete all required training and certifications.

Client Care and Support

Ability to provide compassionate, person‑centered care and support individuals with personal care and daily living needs.

Ability to maintain a safe environment and appropriately respond to medical, behavioral, or emergency situations.

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals served, families, healthcare providers, and team members.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting, transferring, standing, walking, and active supervision.

Ability to manage competing responsibilities while ensuring quality care and timely completion of assigned tasks.

Residential homes

Community‑based environments

Hospitals and healthcare facilities

Office and administrative settings

Days, evenings, overnight shifts

Weekends and holidays

Flexible schedules based on program and consumer needs

Travel between service locations may be required.

Utilize office equipment including computers, telephones, copiers, calculators, and other related equipment

Adhere to all Fire Safety and Emergency Procedures.

Follow organizational Human Resources, Fiscal, and Administrative policies.

Complete required training programs and maintain all required certifications.

Flexibility, teamwork, cross‑training, and a willingness to support the needs of the program are essential components of successful performance in this role. Employees may be assigned additional duties for which appropriate training will be provided.

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