CNA/HHA - Meaningful ID/DD Residential Care

Lifeworks; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Staff retention bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Lifeworks is hiring a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant to support adults with ID/DD in a residential setting in Westwood, MA. The role emphasizes hands-on personal care, emotional support, and daily living assistance in a trauma-informed, dignity-centered environment.

Candidates should have prior experience with ID/DD, be able to pass background checks, hold CPR/First Aid and MAP certification, and have a valid MA driver’s license. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• MAP certified.
• Fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC and driving background checks.
• Experience working with individuals with ID/DD.
• Valid Driver's License in the state of residence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides preventative health maintenance (BP, weight, health education) and handles daily health issues.
• Provides educational training, counseling and physical assistance to achieve ISP goals.
• Acts as resource person on health issues for staff, individuals and families.
• Maintains medical and health progress records and tracks changes.
• Audits medications agency-wide and ensures proper administration.
• Administers prescribed meds per nursing techniques and MAP regulations.
• Observes patients, records significant conditions, notifies physicians as needed.
• Attends meetings, in-services and medical appointments as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

ID/DD experience

Education

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent

Tools

MAP regulations

Medical administration

Job description

Lifeworks is hiring a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant to support adults with ID/DD in a residential setting in Westwood, MA. The role emphasizes hands-on personal care, emotional support, and daily living assistance in a trauma-informed, dignity-centered environment.

Candidates should have prior experience with ID/DD, be able to pass background checks, hold CPR/First Aid and MAP certification, and have a valid MA driver’s license. Strong communication is essential.