Strive CNA

CREC is expanding its team of CNAs in our STRIVE Program in Clinton. The STRIVE Program partners with local school districts, families, young adults, state agencies, and community resources to provide comprehensive transition planning and services. STRIVE prepares young adults for post-secondary life by assisting them in realizing their potential, addressing their needs, and meeting goals related to daily living, career planning, and opportunities for adult learning.

We are currently seeking a full time CNA to provide appropriate care for ill one to one, medically fragile, and/or injured students; provide health information and serve as a resource to parents, teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment while working within their scope of practice and under the direction of a registered nurse within the building or the Assistant Director of Health Service in a nurse's absence facilitate and strengthen the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of children and by identifying and assisting in the removal or modification of health-related barriers to the learning process for each child.

The right candidate will be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below. Join a great staff where you will serve as an appreciated and valued member of a supportive and collaborative team of professionals. Hours: Mon-Friday 7:30 to 2:30 pm JOB DESCRIPTION Since 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective educational programs and services to meet the diverse needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford.

Serving 33 member districts and reaching additional communities statewide, CREC supports approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs. Our offerings include professional learning and coaching for educators, specialized programming for students with diverse needs, and PreK-12 education across 16 interdistrict magnet schools.

Additionally, CREC provides school construction, operations, and cooperative business services, while also delivering programs that help adults build real, job-ready skills.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the Managing Director of Health Services and under the immediate supervision of the school nurse (remove - administration or designee this person is certified healthcare worker), the CNA will provide basic first aid for injuries, record symptoms of sick students, obtain vital signs, (remove - administering doctor-approved medication to students,), provide emergency care when necessary, and help maintain records of each student who visits the nurse's office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties/Responsibilities Provide for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding students as necessary, and ambulating, turning, and positioning students as needed if wheelchair bound; and providing fresh water and nourishment between meals. Provide adjunct care as directed by a LPN or RN. Monitors student stability by checking vital and recording intake and output information.

Provide student comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; and reporting observations of the student to nursing, or other school support staff. Document actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records. Maintain work operations by following CREC policies and procedures. Protect the organization's value by keeping student information confidential.

Serve and protect the CREC community by adhering to professional standards, school policies and procedures; federal, state, and local requirements. Maintain students' confidentiality and privacy per CREC policy. Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in professional organizations, and maintaining certification.

Enhance Health Services and CREC's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Comply with all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY : This position has no supervisory responsibilities. COMPETENCIES : Technical Skills

• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Written and Oral Communication
• Writes and speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Diversity & Ethics
• Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Treats people with respect; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support
• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Motivation
• Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality
• Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative
• Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification with an accredited training course through the State of Connecticut preferred and current CPR certification through the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support. 1 year of nursing assistant experience is preferred. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Travel as needed to attend meetings and assignments at schools/programs and other locations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standing (frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Walking (frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Sitting (frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Reach with hands and arms (frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Stoop, kneel(frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Ability to work outdoors (occasionally, less than 1/3) Lifting up to 100 lbs.

(most movement of weight around 50 lbs.) frequently, 1/3 � 2/3 Carrying up to 100 lbs. (most movement of weight around 50 lbs.) frequently, 1/3 � 2/3) Moderate Noise WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Group Health Insurance Plans Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability options 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post-Deductible (if contributing to an HSA) Comprehensive benefit time package Employee Assistance Program Bereavement time & Religious Holidays Credit Union Access Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Network Groups Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year, empowering you to expand your skills and advance your career!

Benefit from our exclusive partnership with Springfield College, offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs to support your academic and career aspirations! Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT: CREC strives to understand and confront the symptoms and causes of racism and prejudice�ranging from biases to aggressions to discriminatory policies, practices, and traditions�that harm people from systemically marginalized groups or that benefit privileged groups.

CREC staff and students acknowledge and respect people of all identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status. DISCLAIMER STATEMENT : The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.

It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.