c/s Certified Nursing Assistant

DE; Delaware; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Delaware is hiring for a nursing/therapeutic support role within the Department of State. This position requires caring for clients with acute or chronic disabilities. Key responsibilities include leading therapeutic discussions, participating in care teams, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients.

Applicants must possess Delaware certification as a Nursing Assistant. This is a casual, seasonal position without benefits, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Delaware certification as a Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring or orientation for newly hired or less experienced staff.
• Lead individual or group therapeutic processes and discussions.
• Participate on an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure aseptic integrity of feeding, catheter, and respiratory tubes.
• Monitor and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure.
• Provide oral or written descriptions of an individual's changes.
• Observe activities, record unusual behavior, and ensure safety.
• Escort individuals traveling to social or recreational activities.
• Apply appropriate interventions to prevent or de-escalate behaviors.

Education

Delaware certification as a Nursing Assistant

Job description

Introduction

Start your Career at DOS! The Department of State's responsibilities span economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture, and quality‑of‑life issues. Our mission ranges from preserving Delaware’s historic sites and collections to supporting small businesses, serving consumers, public employees, and veterans. DOS offers numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals ready to make a difference in state government.

Summary Statement

This nursing/therapeutic support role implements treatment plans developed by professional staff. Work typically involves caring for one or more clients/patients/residents experiencing acute or chronic disabilities including physical, mental, and developmental disorders.

Essential Functions

• Provide mentoring or orientation for newly hired or less experienced staff to ensure assignments are completed.
• Lead individual or group therapeutic processes and discussions involving reality orientation, sensory stimulation, range‑of‑motion exercises, and application of splints or braces.
• Participate on an interdisciplinary care team, providing information about the individual's overall physical condition, abilities, and behavioral characteristics.
• Ensure aseptic integrity of feeding, catheter, and respiratory tubes or devices while assisting individuals with personal hygiene.
• Monitor and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and nutritional intake or output; alert professional staff to significant physical or behavioral changes or irregularities.
• Provide oral or written descriptions of an individual's physical and behavioral changes.
• Observe client, patient, or resident activities, record or report unusual or hazardous behavior, and conduct periodic rounds to ensure safety and well‑being.
• Escort or be responsible for individuals traveling to social or recreational activities or medical appointments on or off campus.
• Apply appropriate interventions to prevent or de‑escalate inappropriate behaviors.

Job Requirements

• Possession of a Delaware certification as a Nursing Assistant.

Additional Posting Information

This is a casual or seasonal position, non‑pension eligible, without healthcare or other benefits. The posting may close on or before 12/22/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

All new hires must attend Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held in designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Pre‑employment drug testing and a satisfactory criminal background check are required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and participate in the Federal E‑Verify system.

Selection Process

Applications and supplemental questionnaires are evaluated based on a rating of education, training, and experience relative to the job requirements. Provide complete and accurate information, including dates of employment, job titles, duties, educational providers, training course titles, and summaries. Once you submit your application online, all future correspondence will be sent via email.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. For assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739‑5458 or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek to maintain a workforce that represents the Delaware community, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.