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Homemaker - Resident Assistant / Part-Time, Evening Shift

State of Minnesota • Preston, MN • 1d ago

Working Title: Homemaker

Job Class: Resident Assistant

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Job ID : 89282

Location : Preston

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 10/02/2025

Closing Date : 10/10/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston

Division/Unit : Preston Veterans Home / Nursing

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

Days of Work : Varies, including weekends as assigned

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $20.51 - $22.40 / hourlyPLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am

Classified Status : Classified

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

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.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Preston! Earn a competitive wage, retirement plan, paid time off, and more!

The Preston Veterans Home is seeking to fill a Homemaker/Resident Assistant position to join our growing team! More great people are needed to help the Home continue to admit residents.

We are 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 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 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

Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Ability to serve food in accordance with all pertinent safety and health regulations, guidelines, and standards.

Interpersonal skills sufficient to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and engage residents in group and one-on-one activities.

Knowledge of the aging process and related conditions.

Ability to communicate effectively, read and follow instructions, and keep simple records.

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.

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