What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Aide or CNA trainee position at The Maples Benzie County Medical Care Facility?
CNA or CNA Trainee – Paid Training Available!September In-House CNA Class
The Maples – Benzie County Medical Care Facility
Frankfort, MI
No Experience? No Problem. We'll Train You!
Looking for a career where you can make a real difference every single day?
The Maples is now accepting applications for our September 2026 In-House Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program!
Whether you're already a CNA or looking to start a rewarding healthcare career, we'd love to meet you.
Earn While You Learn!
Our paid CNA training program allows you to:
✔ Get paid while attending class
✔ Receive hands-on clinical experience with experienced nurses and CNAs
✔ Prepare to take the Michigan CNA certification exam
✔ Begin a rewarding career immediately after certification
Successful graduates will have the opportunity to join our award-winning team caring for the residents who call The Maples home.
Already a CNA?
We're hiring experienced CNAs too! Skip the training and join one of Northern Michigan's most respected long-term care teams.
Compensation
- Competitive starting wages
- Weekend Differential: $1.00/hour
- Afternoon Shift Differential: $0.50/hour
- Weekend Warrior opportunities available
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- MERS Retirement Pension
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Advancement Opportunities
- Supportive Leadership Team
What You'll Do
As a CNA, you'll help residents with:
- Daily living activities
- Personal care
- Mobility and transfers
- Meals and hydration
- Building meaningful relationships
- Providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate care
Our CNAs are the heart of everything we do.
Why The Maples?
At The Maples, you're more than an employee—you become part of a family.
We're proud to offer:
⭐ CMS 5-Star Rated Facility
⭐ Consistently High Staffing Levels
⭐ Person-Centered Care
⭐ Positive Workplace Culture
⭐ Beautiful Northern Michigan Location
⭐ Leadership That Invests in Its Employees
Many of our leaders—including members of our nursing and management teams—started their careers as CNAs.
QualificationsCNA Trainee
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn
- Able to complete the State of Michigan CNA certification process
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Current Michigan CNA Certification
- Compassionate and team-oriented
- Passion for caring for older adults
Start Your Healthcare Career This September!
Seats for our September In-House CNA Class are limited. Apply today to reserve your spot and begin a career where your work truly matters.
The Maples is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $23.62 - $26.38 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $26