DSP Caregiver & CNA Trainee (Paid Training) 2026-01460

At the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC), we help people with disabilities live full, happy lives. We are looking for caring, motivated people to join our team in Lander. This is the perfect first step if you want to work in healthcare. You don’t need any medical experience to start. We will hire you as a Direct Support Professional and pay for your Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training while you are already earning a paycheck. We take care of the costs so you can focus on growing your career!

About the role

As a Caregiver and Trainee, you are a professional supporter and friend. You will help our residents with their daily activities. You might help someone with their morning routine, take a group to the movies or a Special Olympics event, or help a resident shop for their family. Your job is to make sure our residents feel included, heard, and happy. It is active work that makes a real difference in the lives of people in your community.

Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: Help residents with daily tasks and encourage them to try new things and be independent.
• Community Fun: Go on outings with residents, such as dining out, going to the movies, or visiting family.
• Being an Advocate: Help residents express their needs and goals to others.
• Teamwork: Help plan fun events, attend team meetings, and keep track of resident progress.
• Safety & Care: Provide a watchful eye to keep residents safe and follow plans to help them through challenging moments.

Requirements

• Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services)
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire OR Associate’s degree (typically in healthcare)
• No prior experience is required.

Pay

This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus. Eligibility and conditions apply:

• 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.