CNA

This new position will provide essential direct care to adults with disabilities, ensuring their health, safety, and comfort. You will assist with daily activities and personal care while maintaining a positive, respectful, and supportive environment. In addition to CNA responsibilities, the role includes serving as a classroom aide when personal care needs do not require attention. Duties include (but are not limited to) providing hand-over-hand assistance, encouraging student participation in classes such as dance, music, theater, and visual art, and completing necessary documentation and classroom support tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and a compassionate approach to care.

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
Program: Day Hab / Classroom
Location: Farmington, NY
Status: Regular, Part-time, 26- 28 hours per week
Salary Range: $17 – $21 per hour

Reports to: Registered Nurse & Day Hab Supervisor

Minimum Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED is required and 1 year of relevant work experience as a CNA preferred.
Certification Requirement: Graduated from a CNA training program. Must hold a current and valid CNA certification in New York.

Specialty Training provided within 12 months of hire: Medication Certification course through DDSO / OPWDD

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful of others’ dignity and independence.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and transferring participants.
• Knowledge of basic medical procedures and personal care techniques.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of individuals with disabilities.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer 50 lbs or more, requiring core strength for support and movement.
• Standing, walking, and being physically active for extended periods, using back and stomach muscles.
• Constant movement in rooms, hallways, and workspaces, including bending, crouching, and reaching.
• Good vision (close, distance, color, peripheral) and hearing to understand participants and observe details.

Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide personal care and assistance to adults with disabilities, including assistance in the bathroom, feeding, and mobility assistance.
• Monitor and report changes in the health or behavior of participants to supervisors or medical professionals.
• Assist with medication administration and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care and treatment plans.
• Provide emotional and social support to enhance the well-being of participants.
• Promote independence and dignity by respecting the personal choices of participants.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment for participants and assist with housekeeping duties as needed.

Cobblestone is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.