The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Healthcare Facilities Division/MMHNCC

Nurse Aide Trainee:  This position provides training for staff to become a CNA. A CNA provides personal care to male and female residents with mental health disorders.   Following policies and procedures to assure basic physical needs and promote self-esteem responsibilities include:  1) assisting the residents with basic hygiene such as bathing, oral hygiene, and dressing; 2) performing health related tasks such as taking and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and assisting in emergency situations; and 3) transports the residents to appointments assisting as needed. 

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Below is the 3 1/2-week class schedule for Monday, May 5th through Wednesday, May 28th.    This will be a course of study that will require homework and participation in class, and you will be required to read 3 chapters from the textbook prior to the first class. You will receive your textbook when you come in for your tuberculosis (PPD) test.  Your 6 months probationary period will end on 11/5/2025.

 Class time is as follows:

 May 5^th – 8^th / 8AM to 4PM

May 12^th – 16^th / 8AM to 4PM

May 19^th – 21^st / 6AM to 4PM

May 22^nd / 2PM to 10PM

May 26^th Holiday / No Class

May 27^th / 8AM to 12PM  

May 28^th Test Day / Times will vary

Dress code is business casual, or you may we

ar scrubs.  Lunch is provided at the facility.

Physical and Environmental Demands: Physical activities including standing, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting.  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.  Ability to deal appropriately with residents that may be verbally and physically aggressive.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):

Required for the first day of work:

·         Ability to communicate information both orally and in writing.

·         Ability to make observations and report/record them accurately.

·         Ability to follow oral and written instruction explicitly.

·         Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time.

·         Basic knowledge of personal hygiene.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

·         High school diploma or the equivalent.

·         Two years of job-related experience working with people in a healthcare setting or group home.

·         Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. 

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.