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Alleghany County

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full-time

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$2,000 sign-on bonus payable in accordance with AHCS policy for C.N.A.

$1,000 sign-on bonus payable in accordance with AHCS policy for C.N.A. in training

Alleghany Highlands Community Services provides services and support to individuals in our community with behavioral health challenges and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Providing care for our small community of individuals with intellectual disabilities during this time depends on the best care and the safest practices. The ideal candidates must be devoted and compassionate about their chosen career and impact the quality of life of those we serve.

Are you a dependable, self-motivated, team player that is flexible? CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants) are integral to caring for our residents and play a vital role. The CNA provides services to adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities. This position ensures optimal health and safety of residents while encouraging independence and appropriate risk-taking. This is a 24-hour facility and requires employees to supervise residents at all times with constant attention to detail and alertness.

We believe care was not meant to be warehoused, personalized and individualized service is important with low resident-to-staff ratios. The residence is home to 9 individuals.

Required Education and Experience

  • HS diploma or GED (required)
  • Must be a Virginia licensed CNA or willing to become licensed within 6 months of hire.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is required.
  • Valid driver's license and meet requirements of motor vehicle check, drug/alcohol testing, and child abuse/neglect with the VA. Dept. of Social Services (required)

Related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and ability to utilize personal protective equipment in a manner that is compliant with standard precautions and safety expectations; Ability to safely assist individuals with all aspects of physical management including equipment use, safe lifting and physical assistance; Ability to lift and transfer individuals up to an average of 50 to 80 pounds; Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with individuals as needed; Able to respond quickly to correct situations deemed to be hazardous especially to individuals we serve; Ability to learn and successfully certify in medication administration; Knowledge of electronic health records and documentation standards as required by the program; Regular attendance at trainings and AHCS meetings; Knowledge and ability to operate a computer, electronic timesheet, and other software/systems used by AHCS; Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required; Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license; transport individuals, etc.

All shifts available, including day, evening, and overnight. The primary need is evening and overnight with shift differentials provided. Shift differential paid for the evening and overnight shifts.

About AHCS:

A career with AHCS offers valuable benefits from participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), when certified as C.N.A., offered only to Virginia public sector employees; life, health, dental, and vision insurance; generous annual leave, sick leave, or PTO depending on position and paid holidays. AHCS participates in education assistance opportunities, fitness membership reimbursement, and other great perks!


Other facts

Tech stack
Compassion,Dependability,Self-Motivation,Teamwork,Attention to Detail,Behavioral Intervention Training,Medication Administration,Electronic Health Records,Physical Assistance,Safe Lifting,Driving,Personal Protective Equipment,Risk Management,Communication,Flexibility,Supervision

About Alleghany Highlands Community Services

The Alleghany Highlands Community Services Board is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals in our community with behavioral health challenges and developmental disabilities. AHCS is committed to preventing the occurrence of these conditions through an integrated community-based system of care. AHCS is committed to being responsive to individual needs and choices. Alleghany Highlands Community Services (AHCS) began in 1983 and is one of forty Community Services Boards and Behavioral Health Authorities established under the Code of Virginia to provide comprehensive services to individuals who have mental health disorders, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders. As the publicly funded safety net for service delivery, we must continuously monitor and evaluate our cost for services as well as the effectiveness of what we do. AHCS operates multiple service sites throughout the Alleghany Highlands, with over 150 employees working to support our services. We are proud to have served our community for 37 years. AHCSB is accountable to and licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) for the quality of care and fiscal accountability of the programs under its jurisdiction.
AHCS is governed by a nine-person all-volunteer board appointed with members from each jurisdiction by local governing bodies – Alleghany County, Clifton Forge and the City of Covington. The Board members are people from the community with various occupations and interests who serve three-year terms of office.

Team size: 51-200 employees
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Industry: Mental Health Care
Founding Year: 1983

What you'll do

  • The CNA provides services to adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities, ensuring their optimal health and safety while encouraging independence. This role requires constant supervision and attention to detail in a 24-hour facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a CNA or CNA in Training do at Alleghany Highlands Community Services?

As a CNA or CNA in Training at Alleghany Highlands Community Services, you will: the CNA provides services to adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities, ensuring their optimal health and safety while encouraging independence. This role requires constant supervision and attention to detail in a 24-hour facility..

Why join Alleghany Highlands Community Services as a CNA or CNA in Training?

Alleghany Highlands Community Services is a leading Mental Health Care company.

Is the CNA or CNA in Training position at Alleghany Highlands Community Services remote?

The CNA or CNA in Training position at Alleghany Highlands Community Services is based in Alleghany County, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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