Awake Overnight Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or (CHHA) (Brain Injury)

About the role

Responsible for overnight program activities in a community living arrangement. Provides direct service and daily routine and episodic daily nursing aide care in a clinically intensive program designed to meet the needs of a unique and specialized population who have developmental disabilities and complex health needs. Administers medication under the Medication Administration Program (MAP) guidelines. Uses rehabilitation values, principles, and techniques, including skills training to help individuals served overcome barriers to live more independently. Assists individuals served to become integrated into the community. Assists program to meet high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with activities of daily living according to each individuals treatment plan and ISP that includes, but is not limited to, community membership, community relationships, vital signs, laundry, toileting, showering, dressing, shaving, wound care, foot care, skin checks, and passive range of motion exercises, as needed or ordered by primary care provider.
• Maintains individuals served medical equipment and supplies that include, but are not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, Hoyer lifts.
• Communicates effectively and accurately with manager/administrator.
• Attends and actively participates in staff meetings, trainings, and community meetings.
• Assists with orientation of new staff.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years’ experience in progressively responsible human services functions of which at least one has been in the autism community.
• Prior experience as a C.N.A., preferably with people with developmental disabilities.
• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR is required within two weeks of hire.
• First Aid is required within two weeks of hire.
• MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM (MAP) is required within 150 days of hire.
• Safety Care is required within 90 days of hire.
• C.N.A. license in state of service required.