Virginia Information Technologies Agency·Roanoke, Virginia
Provides direct patient care to adult and geriatric psychiatric patients in accordance with established treatment policies. Monitors and reports on patient bio-psychosocial needs and assists with activities of daily living.
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant
State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III
$42,199 - $57,255
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Catawba Hospital
General Public - G
Provides direct patient care to adult and geriatric psychiatric patients that conforms to care and treatment policies and procedures and demonstrates knowledge of population specific needs and competencies. ~Shift Differential: Evening $2.50/Hour Weekday & $3.00 Weekend Nights $2.25/Hour Weekday & $3.00/Hour Weekend First Shift Weekend $3.00 Hour Holiday Differential
Minimum Qualifications: Current Nursing Assistant License issued by the Virginia Board of Nursing
Ability to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff; ability to follow instructions and report observations of bio-psychosocial needs and behaviors to licensed nurse in timely manner; skills in providing direction and assistance to patients in activities of daily living; has knowledge of developmental and psychiatric disorders. Demonstrate competencies as defined on Competency Assessment.
Additional Considerations: Experience as a nursing assistant preferred Experience in a behavioral health setting highly desirable
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Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through Page Up the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify
Human
Resources at during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 14 paid holidays in 2026, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!
Name: Beth Rhodes
Phone: 540-375-4211
beth.rhodes@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter [https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx] or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Market context
In Virginia, Certified Nursing Assistant roles often stay competitive because facilities need dependable weekend coverage and candidates who can work with patients consistently. This opening requires an active CNA license and Friday through Sunday availability, with caregiving experience, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills preferred. The requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; review the schedule fit and confirm your weekend availability before applying.
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