Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in special education seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support students with health and personal care needs. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a school environment. Join a team dedicated to fostering a caring and respectful atmosphere for students facing various challenges.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Summer opportunities

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• CNA certification required.
• CPR & First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience in pediatric or special education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal care and medical support.
• Administer medications and provide updates on students’ care.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to integrate care into education.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CNA certification from a state-recognized program

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

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PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families provided pay range

This range is provided by PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30,000.00/yr - $39,000.00/yr

Position Type: Full-time - School Year Role with Summer Opportunities

Salary: This 10-month, full-time school-year position (the position renews each school year) ranges from approximately $30,000 - $39,000 annually, which breaks down to $20.55 - $25.00/hour. In addition to the salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and other perks + additional summer opportunities above and beyond your annual salary.

What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS Programs Schools are private special education day schools for students with behavioral health challenges, learning disabilities and other school challenges. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an environment where leaders can harness their gifts and creativity, innovate, and make meaningful contributions as professionals in a workplace that lives our values.

What the CNA does:

Working under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the CNA ensures students’ health, safety, and well-being throughout the school day by providing personal care assistance and medical support:

• Assist students with toileting, diapering, and hygiene while maintaining dignity and privacy.
• Support students during meals, including feeding and monitoring for dietary needs.
• Aid with mobility, including transfers, positioning, and using assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, braces, etc.).
• Administer medications as directed.
• Assist with hydration, dressing, and comfort measures.
• Provide support for medical procedures (e.g., gastrostomy or tracheostomy care) as trained and required.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and staff to integrate personal care into education plans.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and help students manage emotions effectively.
• Maintain a structured routine for personal care activities to provide consistency and comfort.
• Provide updates on students’ personal care progress to families and staff.
• Ensure smooth coordination between home and school routines.

What the CNA brings to the team:

• CNA certification from a state-recognized program
• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to safely lift and assist students (up to 50 lbs.)
• Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements
• Experience in pediatric, school, or special education settings, preferred

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider, Education, and Administrative

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education, Hospitals and Health Care, and Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

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