CNA - Stevenson Oaks

Methodist Retirement Communities · Crowley, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Description Are you a compassionate caregiver with a knack for making people smile? If so, Stevenson Oaks Retirement Community is calling your name! We’re on the lookout for compassionate professionals who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of our amazing seniors. If you're the kind of person who brings joy, dignity, and top-notch care wherever you go — we want YOU! What You’ll Do (Besides Becoming an Elder Favorite): Assist residents with daily living activities Offer kind words, warm smiles, and a listening ear Keep things running smoothly with documentation and teamwork Join in on fun events and activities (yes, eggroll making, or bean bag baseball, may be involved!) What We’re Looking For: ✅ Current CNA certification (Texas) ✅ A heart for service and a team spirit ✅ Passion for elder care and building meaningful connections MRC’s Stevenson Oaks is a leader in retirement living offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care! We offer a full benefit package including: BCBS- 3 different plans to choose from! Wellness programs, tools and resources to manage your health including the Blue365 discount programs on health-related products, health/fitness clubs and weight loss programs HDHP Preventive Drug List - $0 drugs WellWorks for You – interactive wellness program in which participant earns points for rewards of $25, $50, $100. Livongo – eligible members get help managing chronic conditions likes diabetes and hypertension. Connected devices, strips, lancets, one-on-one coaching and support plus more are all provided for free. Galileo – Virtual Primary care HSA- Health Savings Account for member enrolled in the BCBS HDHP plan FSA – Health Care and Dependent Care Company Provided Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Voluntary Life (employee, spouse, child) Short-Term Disability (we don’t offer Long-Term) Legal and Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Farmers Group Select – discount Auto and Home Alliant Medicare Solutions – No cost service for employees, family members and friends who need assistance navigating Medicare and in choosing a Medicare plan. Payactiv – access to your pay before payday! Employee Emergency Fund PTO Program – Earn from Day 1 Extended Illness Benefit (EIB) – paid sick leave benefit for use when out on approved leave for a serious health condition. Take Time to Give Time -Time off for volunteering! Quarterly Bonus Program 401k Plan -all employees are eligible to participate. Eligible participants receive match of 100% on first 3% and 50% on next 2%. If this sounds like a company you would like to partner with and you have a heart and passion for serving seniors, consider joining the team and apply today! Qualifications Required Education/Certification/Licensure: High school graduate or equivalent is desired. Completion of Certified Nursing Aide program is required. Possession of a valid Texas Certified Nurse Aide certification, or ability to obtain as required by regulation. Training and Experience: One year of experience, preferably as a hospital or long-term care nursing assistant is preferred.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the DFW area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $18.53/hr ($38,542/yr). The typical range is $17.96 – $21.73/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $35,859/yr

DFW Median $38,542/yr

Experienced (90th) $49,088/yr

vs. National Median -8.8%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.