CNA Training Track (Support Aide)
Company : Post Acute Partners
Location : Waverly, NY, 14892
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Salary
$18.50 / hourlyOverview
PAID NURSE TRAINING TRACK!
Have you always been a caretaker by nature? Perhaps you are a nursing student, former CNA, HHA or PCA? This is an opportunity to make a difference (and a paycheck), up close and personal, helping to take care of our loved ones. Apply today to our PAID CNA Training Track.
The CNA Training Track (Support Aide) provides insight into the direct care role by providing the opportunity to work alongside our clinicians, completing tasks for our resident population. Apply into our CNA Training Track (Support Aide) and be slotted into the next available Nurse Aide Training Program to become a CNA.
CNA Training Track (Support Aide) Overview:
- Elderwood's CNA Training course will last for three weeks, Monday to Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm (times may vary slightly). Until you are officially slotted for training, you will be designated on a specific shift as a Trainee.
- Once in the course - the first two weeks are classroom training; third week will be the clinical portion.
- Once you pass, your status (and pay) will be adjusted from Support Aide to CNA.
- Elderwood will pay for the CNA certification test as well as any applicable onboarding requirements, including but not limited to PPD and Physical for eligible candidates.
- Training is PAID - you will be clocked in during training hours and get paid while you train.
Employee Perks!
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Friendly and supportive staff, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement programResponsibilities
(CNA Training Track - Support Aide):
- Transport residents or accompanies ambulatory residents as assigned to various locations in the building including the dining room, activity program areas, therapy or treatment areas.
- Make unoccupied resident beds, as assigned.
Assist in the Dining Room with food service to residents, under the direction of licensed therapy staff; duties include passing trays, cutting meat, opening cartons or other containers.
Distribute supplemental nourishments to residents who do not need to be fed, as directed.
Conduct informal activities on the nursing unit when time permits, as directed.
Supply fresh water in resident's rooms, as directed.
Prepare bed and bedwear of resident's at hour of sleep, as assigned.
Help keep general areas of the assigned nursing unit neat and orderly, as directed.
Clean resident's equipment (wheelchair/geri chair, bed, etc.), as assigned.
Keep the rooms of residents orderly, as assigned.
Notify therapist of any unusual incidents regarding residents.
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Qualifications
(CNA Training Track - Support Aide):
- Sixteen (16) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Employment Certificate/Permit required for 16-17 years of age.
- No findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment and misappropriation of property through any current or previous licensing agency.
- This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
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Frequently asked questions
This paid CNA training track offers a three-week program blending classroom lessons and hands-on clinical experience, designed to fully prepare trainees for the CNA certification test. It ensures candidates gain practical skills while earning an hourly wage during training in Waverly, NY.
Trainees assist with resident transport, meal service, bed preparation, and maintaining cleanliness of resident areas. These duties provide foundational hands-on experience essential for transitioning into a certified CNA role within the company.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent, and for those aged 16-17, an employment certificate is required. Clean background checks related to resident abuse are mandatory to ensure resident safety.
Yes, the company covers the CNA certification exam fees and onboarding costs like PPD tests and physicals. Trainees also benefit from paid training hours, free uniforms, and access to medical and dental insurance options.
Trainees earn $18.50 hourly during the training period. Upon successful certification, their pay is adjusted to reflect the CNA status, aligning with regional healthcare compensation standards for certified nursing assistants.
Waverly's healthcare sector has shown consistent demand for CNAs, especially roles offering paid training like this one. This trend reflects a growing need for skilled nursing staff in elder care and rehabilitation facilities within the region.
Post Acute Partners fosters a supportive team environment valuing collaboration and resident-centered care. Trainees benefit from friendly staff interactions and structured mentorship, enhancing learning and confidence during the training period.
Unlike many programs, this track combines paid on-the-job training with guaranteed placement in a CNA course. Additionally, it covers certification costs and integrates practical duties alongside experienced clinicians, accelerating professional growth.
Previous caregiving experience provides a strong foundation for this role, making the learning curve smoother. The training program builds on existing skills while fulfilling certification requirements, ideal for those advancing their healthcare careers.