What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position at PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families?
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Signing Bonus
Position Type: Full-time - School Year Role with Summer Opportunities
Location: Annandale or Fairfax, VA
What we do and offer our team:
PHILLIPS Programs Schools are private special education day schools for students with behavioral health challenges, learning disabilities and other school challenges. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an environment where leaders can harness their gifts and creativity, innovate, and make meaningful contributions as professionals in a workplace that lives our values.
What the CNA does:
Working under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the CNA ensures students’ health, safety, and well-being throughout the school day by providing personal care assistance and medical support:
- Assist students with toileting, diapering, and hygiene while maintaining dignity and privacy.
- Support students during meals, including feeding and monitoring for dietary needs.
- Aid with mobility, including transfers, positioning, and using assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, braces, etc.).
- Administer medications as directed.
- Assist with hydration, dressing, and comfort measures.
- Provide support for medical procedures (e.g., gastrostomy or tracheostomy care) as trained and required.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and staff to integrate personal care into education plans.
- Reinforce positive behaviors and help students manage emotions effectively.
- Maintain a structured routine for personal care activities to provide consistency and comfort.
- Provide updates on students’ personal care progress to families and staff.
- Ensure smooth coordination between home and school routines.
What the CNA brings to the team:
- CNA certification from a state-recognized program
- CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to safely lift and assist students (up to 50 lbs.)
- Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements
- Experience in pediatric, school, or special education settings, preferred
Salary : $30,000 - $39,000
