Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Brain Injury)
Vinfen
Summary
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.), you can either assist in daily routine or episodic daily nursing aide care. Your work will be in a clinically intensive program that is tailored to meet the needs of a unique specialized population who have brain injuries or behavioral conditions in addition to complex health needs. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives.
Job description
Your duties include administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) guidelines, assisting individuals to become more a part of their communities, and helping the program to meet the highest quality standards. You will employ rehabilitation values, principles and techniques, including skills training to help individuals served overcome barriers and to live more independently.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Current C.N.A. certificate valid in Massachusetts.
- Strong time management and writing skills.
- All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
- All applicants must become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Current C.N.A. certificate valid in Massachusetts.
- Strong time management and writing skills.
- All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
- All applicants must become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
- All candidates must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting, CNA certification and driving record check.
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- 403(b) plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Sick days
- Personal days
- Educational assistance
- Employee referral bonus
- Discounted YMCA memberships
Company overview
Vinfen is a leading nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, specializing in community-based mental health care and disability services. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Vinfen operates over 200 locations across Massachusetts and Connecticut, serving more than 3,500 individuals annually. The organization provides comprehensive services for people with psychiatric conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism, and behavioral health challenges. Their evidence-based programs include residential supports, clinical outreach, employment services, day habilitation programs, clubhouses, and crisis intervention services. Vinfen employs approximately 2,600-3,300 dedicated professionals who deliver person-centered care through innovative service models. The organization operates Community Behavioral Health Centers offering 24/7 crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, and medication management. With annual revenues exceeding $250 million, Vinfen is recognized as one of the largest nonprofit employers in Massachusetts and has received numerous awards for excellence in health and human services, including recognition as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe.