CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant

Delta-T Group; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for dual certification

Flexible scheduling

Confidential handling of applications

Job summary

A specialized healthcare staffing agency is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to assist individuals with severe developmental disabilities in daily living skills and activities. The role offers flexibility with part-time or full-time schedules across various locations in the Chicago area, with training and dual certification opportunities provided. No previous experience is required, but a high school diploma or GED is necessary. CNAs will engage in social activities with supported individuals while ensuring participation in essential skills training.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check including criminal history.
• No prior experience required, but must be a certified DSP to skip training.
• Ability to work varied shifts including part-time and full-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living skills including hygiene and meal preparation.
• Engage individuals in recreation and community activities.
• Maintain familiarity with behavior programs and social interactions.

Skills

Caring for individuals with developmental disabilities

Good communication skills

Ability to engage in social activities

Education

U.S. high school diploma or GED

Job description

Delta-T Group is a national broker and referral service for specialized types of healthcare and educational professionals. Our unique portfolio of services allows clients to access a strong team of professionals possessing a wide variety of experience and training while providing .

Our team of Account Managers and Staffing Coordinators work together to refer the highest caliber of professionals with degrees, certifications and licenses of varying levels in the fields of social services, psychiatry, occupational therapy, language speech pathology, special education teachers, para professionals, mental health, addictions treatment, allied therapies and pharmacy. We primarily provide service supplemental staffing services to school districts and charter schools, hospitals, community mental health centers, outpatient treatment facilities, and residential homes.

Job Description

Certified Nursing Assistant

(Nonprofit / Social Services / Healthcare / Transitional Living Programs / DD Residences, TLPs, CILAs)

The Personality

Have you cared for a loved one and found it rewarding? Do you have the motivation to help others? Does making a difference matter to you? Are you someone who enjoys learning is ready to earn multiple certifications in CPR, First Aid and more thorough on the job training program? These opportunities offer cross training between CNA and DSP, offering dual certifications and experience for professionals to expand their resumes.

We are working closely with several client partners to refer professionals for training classes and orientations that are scheduled weekly in various locations.

The Opportunity

As a CNA, you will play a direct care role, assisting individuals with severe developmental disabilities to learn skills of daily living. This can include providing assistance with med passing, feeding tubes, trach tubes, IVs, med passing and possible DSP duties such as self-care, hygiene, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry.

• Engaging in socialization and recreation activities, as well as use of public transportation to these activities.
• Professional communication with individuals being served, co-workers, and outside agency personnel.
• Ensuring that participants are engaged, active and involved according to scheduled plans.
• Maintaining familiarity with individualized behavior programs and implementing them accordingly.
• Reinforcing the positive behavior of participants according to individual needs.

The Locations

North and Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, including specific opportunities in:

• Northbrook, Des Plaines, Mount Prospect, McHenry, Woodstock, Johnsburg, Zion, North Chicago, Waukegan, Skokie, Niles, Mundelein, Grayslake, Fox Lake, Cary, Lake Forest, Morengo, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Oak Park, Morton Grove, Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Winthrop Harbor, Beach Park, Highland Park, Lake Villa, Lake Zurich and Round Lake Beach

South and Southwest of Chicagoland include:

• Joliet, Shorewood, Wilmington, Lemont, Tinley Park, Lansing, Bartlett, Palos Heights and Chicago Ridge

Shift Work / Per Diem / Weekly Opportunities throughout Chicago, including:

• Streeterville, Near North, Near South, South Shore, Lakeview, Rogers Park, Humboldt Park, Wicker Park, Edgebrook, Pilsen, Bridgeport, Austin and various other Chicago neighborhoods.

1st, 2nd, 3rd or mixed shift schedules available on a part-time or full-time basis. Compensation is dependent upon location, facility and experience (current certifications, if any as no experience is required). All positions are Contract-to-Hire with a permanent staff opportunity available.

The Training

Our clients can offer the opportunity (not required for all CNA positions) for CNAs to earn a DSP certification in addition to current certifications. Training includes 40 hours of classroom training and 80-120 hours of on the job training to complete Direct Service Provider Certification:

• Introduction to Intellectual Disabilities
• Ensuring the Rights of the Individual
• Non-Violent Crisis Interventions
• Community Integration

Qualifications

The Must-Haves

• U.S. high school diploma or GED, or educational evaluation by an approved and licensed agency if you were educated outside of the United States
• Ability to pass a background check, to include criminal background, finger prints, DCFS CANTS (Abuse and Neglect Tracking System), education credentials, and references

Qualifications

No Prior Experience Required!

Already a certified DSP? Skip training and begin working a steady schedule, 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift, full-time or part-time opportunities available immediately!

CNA Certified? Attend an amended training session and skip the CPR/FA, Med Passing and any other certifications you already carry. We also have open CNA opportunities within these locations and will discuss with you during the registration process.

Referrals are welcome! Invite a friend, colleague or family member to join you at an orientation class! Anyone and everyone interested in earning a DSP certification to expand their resume/skill set or have the opportunity to earn additional compensation is qualified. We will coordinate group interviews with your group to streamline the process. Apply today and let's begin the conversation!

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.