CNA & Program Specialist: Meaningful Daily Engagement (Mon-Fri)

Iona Senior Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Iona Senior Services invites compassionate CNAs to join our Washington Home Adult Day Health Center. You will provide personal care, lead activities, and support daily living for older adults with diverse needs.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, plus benefits and a chance to make meaningful daily connections. A patient, warm, and reliable approach is essential.

Qualifications

• One to three years of nursing assistant experience working with older adults.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant license in the District of Columbia preferred.
• Patient, warm, tolerant, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to lead activities for individuals with varying cognitive and physical abilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with participants, caregivers, colleagues, managers, and volunteers.
• Punctuality, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to participate in a staff rotation for occasional needs after 5:00 p.m.
• Willingness to complete required initial and annual health screenings.
• Full COVID-19 vaccination, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by applicable law.
• Spanish or French language skills are preferred but not required.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Lead engaging activities for individuals with diverse abilities.
• Observe and report health or behavior changes to supervisor.
• Offer conversation, reassurance, and emotional support.
• Plan and facilitate activities (exercise, art, discussions, games, presentations).
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to involve participants throughout the day.
• Assist with dining services, food deliveries, and meal service.
• Ensure program spaces and kitchens remain clean and organized.
• Coordinate participant transportation and bus escort as needed.
• Complete required documentation accurately, including Medicaid compliance and records.
• Participate in staff meetings and organizational programs.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Patient care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant license (DC)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Iona Senior Services invites compassionate CNAs to join our Washington Home Adult Day Health Center. You will provide personal care, lead activities, and support daily living for older adults with diverse needs.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, plus benefits and a chance to make meaningful daily connections. A patient, warm, and reliable approach is essential.