Company Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 

Start Date:  ASAP, we have a new employee orientation class starting soonPay Rate:    $17.75-$26.25 depending on experience Shift:  Full-time 8 hour shifts; PM shift Schedule:  3pm-11pm,  with an every other weekend rotation

You’re not just your job title.  Your role here extends far beyond your job description.  You are a friend and family member to each resident.  You know their name and their story.  You are providing compassion and companionship to those in our care.  This family aspect is what sets us apart from other health care sectors. 

When someone becomes a patient here, each of us becomes their partner on their journey to healthy living. No matter the illness, injury or limitation.

 

Join us and make a connection of your own.  Join us and make a difference in someone’s life.

A little more about our center:

Joliet Terrace is a 120 bed Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), providing care to the mentally ill/behavior health population (schizophrenic, bipolar, major depression…).  Located in a quiet suburban neighborhood, we are easy to commute to and have a stable team.  What makes us unique:

4-Star rated facility!Consistently high patient satisfaction rating and feedback – our residents love us!Residents do not require skilled care (less lifting for your back :o)We serve residents ages 21 and up, with our average age around 50 years oldThis is not a SNF - Our patients are active and eager to connect with you. Stop by the game room and engage with them. They can’t wait to meet you.

The National Association of Rehab Providers & Agencies (NARA) awarded Transitional Care Management their “Impact Award” for 2023 for our Life Skills Programming.  This center is using that very same “Life Skills Program” and changing lives every day.  Ask us about it during your interview – we’d be delighted to share our Social Services success stories.  It’s so much more than what your current Psych/Social team is doing now!

Job Description

This is an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF).  Residents do NOT require skilled care; your job is a little different here:

Residents are more independentLOVE patient interaction and one-on-one time?  This is a slower paced center so you get to know your patients.This environment has less lifting and less physical demands on your body.You will have the chance to assist and attend activity outings with residents.You may help residents with things like choosing clothing or setting appointments.Overall you will provide compassionate care monitoring to this unique population.

What’s in it for you: 

A manageable workload (Plus – there is not a lot of lifting)Flexible scheduling – we understand when things come upA leadership team that will help you excel in your career.Employee recognition programsAnnual merit increase opportunitiesRobust benefits package, including a retirement savings planRefer-a-Friend programs – Bring your friends & earn a $ bonus $.Educational Assistance program – We’ll help you $ pay $ for your classes.

Our Administrator would like you to know, “We all work well together, help one another and have fun while we’re here. Come join us.” 

Qualifications

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): officially we title this job a Certified Nursing Assistant, but in other centers it may be called a CNA or Certified Nurse Aide.

What we need from you:

CNA certification in ILPrior experience or desire to work with behavioral population is helpful, but not requiredNew Grads Welcome to apply!

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply.  Join us and be the reason someone smiles today.

Additional Information

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

 

This center is managed by TRANSITIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT.  We currently provide comprehensive management services to several inpatient healthcare centers throughout Northern IL & the Chicagoland area. These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers. 

Each center is unique; offering you a variety of long-term career opportunities.