CNA Trainee

CNA Training Program - Learn While You Earn!

Start your healthcare career with paid CNA training at UMC (United Methodist Communities) at The Shores, in Ocean City, NJ.

This full‑time program lets you earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience while working as a CNA In‑Training and preparing for your CNA certification.

• Interviews begin:
  June 2026
• Training class begins:
  July 2026
• Paid Training: $17/hour during the training program
• $20.00/hour upon successful certification
• Limited Spots Available – 100% attendance required

Upon successful completion of training and CNA certification, candidates will be offered full‑time employment on an evening or night shift (based on availability).

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to attend all scheduled classes
• Commitment to full‑time employment with UMC after certification (evenings or nights)
• Strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• A genuine passion for working with older adults and providing direct care

• Providing personal care based on individualized care plans
• Performing skin checks and reporting changes promptly
• Taking and recording vital signs and weights
• Assisting with meals, mobility, adaptive equipment, and restorative care
• Observing and reporting changes in resident condition
• Accurately documenting care in our point‑of‑care system
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Supporting resident independence and quality of life

• Employer‑subsidized medical and dental coverage (30+ hours/week)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off + 9 paid holidays (premium holiday pay)
• Daily overtime opportunities (eligible roles)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Vision coverage, HAS (Health Savings Account), and voluntary life options
• Tuition assistance & professional development programs (including e‑learning)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount program
• Free uniform items + uniform allowance

United Methodist Communities (UMC) is a mission‑driven senior living organization serving New Jersey for over 115 years.

Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life.

We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work for 8 consecutive years, with our 2025 survey showing:

• 87% of employees say their work has special meaning
• 87% feel their workplace is physically safe
• 84% feel good about how UMC serves the community

UMC offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long‑Term Care, Short‑Term Rehab, Affordable Housing, and Home Care services throughout New Jersey.

UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status.

Salary: $17 per hour