Note: We currently have openings where you can be paid to train and pursue full-time employment as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Grand Junction and Denver Metro.
Get Paid to Build a Future in Healthcare
Start your healthcare career in Colorado with the Pathfinders Program. Learn while you earn in one of 3 different pathways that guarantee career growth. No previous experience in healthcare needed!
Note: We currently have openings where you can be paid to train and pursue full-time employment as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Grand Junction and Denver Metro.
Get Paid to Build a Future in Healthcare
Start your healthcare career in Colorado with the Pathfinders Program. Learn while you earn in one of 3 different pathways that guarantee career growth. No previous experience in healthcare needed!
With Pathfinders, get trained and certified after you are hired and begin earning a salary.
Pathfinders is a program for Coloradans currently facing barriers to employment and interested in a career in healthcare. If that's you, we'd like to hear from you! Register on our portal and follow the roadmap to apply.
Why apply to Pathfinders?
In addition to a learn and earn model, Pathfinders participants get access to a number of benefits as part of the program, all designed to maximize your chances of building a successful long-term career in healthcare.
Coaching for growth
Get access to free career and financial 1:1 coaching focused on delivering personal support to ensure you're set-up to build a successful career in healthcare.
Free training & certification
The program's required training is free and provides access to healthcare certifications that normally require expensive training preparation and testing fees.
Wraparound support
We understand that transitioning to a full-time, in-person job can be challenging. That's why we offer access to a laptop or tablet for online training and additional resources to minimize barriers for everyone.
Am I eligible to apply?
As a program designed to remove barriers to get into healthcare, Pathfinders only has 4 eligibility requirements. Because of strict requirements from the grant that funds the program, only applicants who meet all 4 requirements will be considered.
Hold a High School Diploma or GED
To be accepted into Pathfinders, participants must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Pathfinders participants must hold legal authorization to work in the country and not require visa sponsorship.
Be 18 or older
In compliance with local and state laws, Intermountain Health can only employ people who are 18 years of age or older.
Work in-person in Denver Metro or Grand Junction
The facilities where the roles are based are in the Denver Metro and Grand Junction areas. You'll need to commute to one of these as part of the program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
All you need to know about Pathfinders
Is Pathfinders really free?
Yes! Selected participants actually get paid as employees in the healthcare industry while being part of the program and receiving mandatory training. The program is funded by an Opportunity Now grant from the state of Colorado.
What healthcare roles are available?
Note that we are currently hiring for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). However, we do aim to expand to hiring Medical Assistant (MA) and Sterile Processing Technicians.
How is Pathfinders different from other on-the-job training programs or apprenticeships?
Pathfinders provides a guaranteed career pathway for program participants with clear milestones and timelines. Participants can expect a clear path to a living wage and a stable work environment at our partner employers.
Who is Intermountain Health?
Intermountain Health is our inaugural partner employer for Pathfinders and the largest nonprofit health system in the Intermountain West. They are committed to creating healthier communities and helping their patients thrive. Learn more on their About Us page.
Who is FutureFit AI?
FutureFit AI built the workforce development technology platform powering Pathfinders. Applicants and participants will gain access to personalized career exploration tools and a centralized platform for coaching and development.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications for the Pathfinders Program will open up in October 2024 and applicants will be interviewed and hired on a rolling basis.
What is the application process?
The process is similar in structure to a job application process with interviews and interactions with recruiters and hiring managers. To apply, register in the Pathfinders Portal and follow the roadmap.
Are all the roles available from the program's launch?
Pathfinders roles are available on a rolling basis as they become available at our employer partner. As a result, not all participating role types may be accepting applications from the launch of the program. We suggest that you register and specify your career path of choice so that you can be contacted when those roles become available.
What is the Pathfinders Portal?
The Pathfinders Portal is the technology platform that serves as an entry point for individuals interested in Pathfinders. Upon registration, users can follow a step-by-step Roadmap to take them through career exploration, preview the learning courses that will be core upon getting hired for their career of choice, connect them to wraparound resources for additional support, and ultimately direct them to the best Pathfinders job to apply to. With the Pathfinders Portal, you are not alone on your career journey!
How does the program work?
Interested job seekers can create an account on the Pathfinders Portal to explore career pathways available, access resources to help prepare them for the application process, and ultimately be directed to the Pathfinder job that best fits them. All submissions will be reviewed and those that look to be a good match will be invited to interview. If an offer is provided and accepted, individuals will officially become Pathfinders participants. They will be onboarded to their new job (getting paid a salary from day 1) and simultaneously enrolled in the required training program. From there, they will have access to career and financial coaching, along with other supports to make sure they thrive in their new role and are on a path to advance to more senior roles.
Sustainable careers, living wages
Through Pathfinders, you have a clearly laid out path to a long-term career in healthcare.
Ready to start your career in healthcare?
Be one of the 60 individuals who will be hired as part of the Pathfinders program and open up a world of possibilities professionally and personally.
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