CNA Instructor

Description

 The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor position provides instructional support for a U.S. Department of Labor Job Corps contractor.  The CNA Instructor is responsible for providing students with industry-recognized instruction, certification, and training, leading to full-time jobs, higher education, or advanced training. 

Responsibilities And Duties

• Demonstrates and abides by Bizzell Core Values and operating principles.
• Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to insure maximum student motivation.
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems, or study habits; coordinate with other staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training.
• Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials.
• Utilize workplace language and behavior expectations in the shop and classroom; on a routine basis, inquire if individual students need assistance.
• Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students. Prepare related reports.
• Participate in student evaluation panels; prepare required documentation and evaluations using CIS as well as other systems of documentation. Enter case notes into the CIS systems as required and in accordance with established timelines.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment.
• Administer and correct tests; maintain training achievement records (TARs) and attendance reports.
• Control use of equipment and supplies; make minor repairs; recommend purchases.
• Participate in providing hands-on activities for students as part of the career preparation program; provide feedback to the career preparation staff.
• Participate in activities associated with the intellectual and social development of students.
• In coordination with work-based learning (WBL) staff; develop work-based training sites on-center, in the community, and at home-based sites; monitor and document student progress at work-based training sites monthly.
• Work with the community industry advisory council to review and recommend upgrades to the CTT program.
• Monitor labor market information; develop career transition and job placement plans, and assist with placement of graduates, in conjunction with the career transition readiness specialist.
• Work cooperatively with each student’s counselor and career transition readiness specialist.
• Provide strong customer service for both dependent and independent learners leading to trade completion.
• Prepare statistical reports and corrective action reports as necessary to achieve positive results.
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff, and other center customers.
• Prepare students to transition from career technical training to the transition period by developing interviewing and employability skills.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Provide students with career technical training instruction, direction, and assistance in designated areas of instruction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.· Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates and abides by Bizzell’s core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participation in PRH-mandated staff training is mandatory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Competencies

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective Communication

· Presents information clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation.

· Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.

· Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others.

Organization of Work

· Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making, flexibility, and problem-solving.

· Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.

· Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.

· Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.

Professionalism

· Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by Bizzell ’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.

· Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

Leadership & Management

· Ability to exceptionally manage and lead students from diverse backgrounds.

· Committed to investing in and developing students and positioning them to succeed.

· Mission-oriented and possesses a strategic vision.

· Motivates students and provides coaching and/or feedback when needed.

Requirements

Qualifications And Skills

1. Active, unrestricted RN license 
2. High school diploma or equivalent and certified, licensed, or accredited in the state of employment or accredited by a professional trade organization.
3. Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency are also required. 
4. Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
5. High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
6. High level of ability to motivate, inspire, and train students effectively.

Physical Demands

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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, and arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; taste, and smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.