Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

State of Wisconsin; Union Grove (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at the Southern Wisconsin Center, where you will assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in achieving their highest potential. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with competitive pay and benefits, including a sign-on bonus. You'll provide essential care and support, ensuring a positive living environment for residents while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

3.5 weeks of vacation

9 paid holidays

Health plan options starting at $42/month

Premium pension plan with employer match

24/7 onsite fitness center

Well Wisconsin Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Provide care to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to read and interpret charts.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene care.
• Implement complex treatment plans for safety and skill development.
• Complete orientation and training in the first 3 weeks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Valid CNA certification

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Introduction

Are you a CNA with a passion for helping people live their best life?

Come work with us to assist people living with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the personal skills needed to reach their highest potential at the Department of Health Services (DHS) Southern Wisconsin Center (SWC)!
Our team takes great pride in the care we provide, which includes excellent short-term and residential services to help people with disabilities reach their highest potential. We are a care facility located at 21425 Spring Street, in Union Grove, WI. Click here to see what working at SWC is all about!

Benefits

• Starting pay is $25.06 or $26.42 per hour based on classification, plus earn a $2,000 sign-on bonus* and night/weekend differentials!
• Earn an exceptional State Benefit Package!
  • 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. Leave time is pro-rated for part-time employees based on hours worked.
  • Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
  • Premium pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax-advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
  • 24/7 onsite fitness center.
  • Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer. Conveniently located near Milwaukee/Racine/Kenosha

Please note: If you recently interviewed for these positions, there is no need to reapply at this time.

Position Details

As a CNA at SWC, you will complete classroom orientation and on-the-floor training in the first 3 weeks.

• New CNAs will be offered available evening and night shift positions with every other weekend off. Day shifts and 12- or 14-hour shifts may be available on a limited basis.
• CNAs can sign for transfers to different shifts as they become available. Shifts are assigned to staff by seniority.
• All positions require the ability to work scheduled hours and may include mandatory overtime as needed with shifts up to 15.5 hours long. Holidays, personal and sick time may be used during the first 6 months.
• Vacation time may not be available after 6 months of employment.
• Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Position Summary

We are hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) at the Objective and Advanced level. The classification/position level will be determined based on the qualifications listed below as well as facility needs.

Objective level: Providing care to individuals with intellectual disabilities (IID), personal hygiene care, observing and reporting behavioral, mental, and physical changes, assisting residents to stand, and promoting a positive living environment.

Advanced level: Providing short-term care and support to individuals with IDD engaging in challenging behaviors, implementing complex treatment plans to promote safety, skill development, and behavior reduction.

Salary Information

Starting pay ranges from $25.06 to $28.16/hour for Objective and $26.42 to $29.73/hour for Advanced, depending on seniority. Additional increases are based on years of service.

• Night and weekend differentials of $0.80/hour apply.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus for those with no recent state service, split as $1,000 upon hire and $1,000 after probation.
• 12-month probationary period required.

Job Requirements

• Allow DHS to conduct background checks and screening.
• Receive TB skin test and pass a physical evaluation including lifting up to 55 lbs., bending, kneeling, etc.
• Complete orientation within the first 5 weeks.
• Work scheduled hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Verify eligibility to work in the U.S. via I-9 form.

Qualifications

• Valid CNA certification.
• Availability for full-time, part-time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, interpret charts, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred qualifications include experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities, working in multidisciplinary teams, and following care plans.