Homemaker - Resident Assistant / Part-Time, Evening Shift

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: Preston, MN • Part-time • Evening Shift (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) • Schedule varies, including weekends as assigned

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists.

Pay

$20.87 - $22.79 / hour plus $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

Resources, programs, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.