Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

Certified Nursing Assistant/Recreational Support Aide (DOH/NMVH #15499+)

Onsite$42,765 - $64,168/yrPosted Sep 22, 2026

Job details

Location: Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $42,765 - $64,168/yr
Posted: Sep 22, 2026
Apply on: careers.share.nm.gov

About this role

Salary

$20.56 - $30.85 Hourly

$42,773 - $64,160 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C4

Posting Details

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS.

*APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH & YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*

POSITION IS LOCATED IN TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM

Why does the job exist?

This position exists to promote the physical, social, and emotional well-being of residents by providing meaningful recreational activities and ensuring their safety during participation in these activities and transportation. The Recreation Support Aide plays a vital role in enhancing residents¿ quality of life by facilitating engagement, supporting independence, and assisting with daily living activities and transportation needs. This role helps foster a positive, inclusive environment that respects residents¿ individual preferences, cultural backgrounds, and special needs, ultimately contributing to a holistic approach to resident care and well-being.

How does it get done?

Assisting in planning and delivering therapeutic recreation activities such as arts and crafts, music, games, gardening, and cultural events.
Escorting and transporting residents to activities on-site, within the grounds, or in the community, ensuring safe and comfortable transit.
Helping load and unload residents onto buses, wheelchairs, or mobility aids for outings or activities.
Preparing, sanitizing, and organizing supplies, materials, and adaptive equipment used during recreational programs.
Supporting residents during activities by providing assistance with feeding, grooming, and mobility as needed.
Monitoring residents¿ participation and behavior during activities, reporting any changes to staff.
Ensuring safety and cleanliness of activity and transport areas, equipment, and supplies.
Assisting with resident care activities such as toileting, repositioning, and hydration, especially when not engaged in recreation duties.
Supporting facility operations through housekeeping tasks, equipment maintenance, and safety checks.
Participating in team meetings, ongoing training, and quality improvement initiatives to improve resident programs and safety.

Who are the customers?

The primary customer are the brave men and women that answered our nations call, executed their duties and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health. This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents)

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and passionate about enhancing the lives of residents through recreation and supportive care. They should have good communication skills, patience, and the ability to work effectively with residents of varying cognitive and mobility levels, including those with dementia, PTSD, or other chronic conditions. Experience in recreational therapy, nursing assistance, or direct resident support is preferred, but a caring attitude and willingness to learn are most important. The candidate should possess physical stamina to assist with transfers and transport, be attentive to safety and infection control practices, and demonstrate a team-oriented mindset. Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude are essential qualities for success in this role.

Minimum Qualification

Certification as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) and one (1) year of experience providing basic dietary, housekeeping, and/or laundry services in a traditional long term care facility and/or as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above certification requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.

Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association BLS / CPR Certification

Employment is subject to criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act, (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results.

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.

Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate or receive within 1 week of date of hire.

Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.

Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; Working hours may include weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and specific physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources office.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a long-term facility. Walking throughout the facility and frequent communication and interaction with residents, staff, and the public. Periods of walking, standing, bending pushing, pulling, lifting, and stretching for a variety of activities may be required. Must be able to function under pressure and stressful situations Health hazards such as exposure to contagious viruses and diseases. May also include routine exposure to public, fellow employees, and facility resident illness, stressful situation, and bodily fluids, as well as exposure to physical and/or verbal abuse. Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; some lifting; extended hours to meet deadlines will be required. Working hours may include on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources Office

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Agency Contact Information: Berna Garcia, (575) 894-4234, Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

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