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Working Title: Homemaker

Job Class: Resident Assistant

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 82047

• Location : Bemidji

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/23/2024

• Closing Date : 12/06/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-Insuff Wk

• Division/Unit : Bemidji Veterans Home / Nursing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift / 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

• Days of Work : Varies, including weekends as scheduled

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $20.21 - $22.07 hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

• Work Area: Bemidji Veterans Home

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Minnesota Veterans Home-Bemidji is seeking a Resident Assistant to help support the residents' needs by assisting with limited personal care and providing companionship, food service, snack preparation, and activity support!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist residents in social activities and with their personal interests. Help create opportunities for social interactions, personal routines, and exercise within the resident community.

• Serve food in a clean, cheerful environment to help build connections and a sense of community.

• Develop household customs and rituals by facilitating household-related activities.

This position is designated as part-time and primarily evening shift. The work schedule will include at least 24 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is not initially eligible for insurance benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to serve food in accordance with all pertinent safety and health regulations, guidelines and standards; create a warm, welcoming atmosphere; and engage with residents in group and one-on-one activities.

• Knowledge and understanding of the aging process and related conditions.

• Understanding of liberalized, therapeutic diets and special food requirements.

Additional Requirements

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.