Homemaker - Resident Assistant / Part-time, Evening Shift

Working Title: Homemaker Job Class: Resident Assistant Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 97742
• Location: Bemidji
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/15/2026
• Closing Date: 10/28/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Bemidji Veterans Home / Nursing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Evening Shift/ 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Days of Work: Varies, including every other weekend
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.87 - $22.79 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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 32 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link Minimum Qualifications

• 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 with 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing direct care for others.
• Experience working in a long-term care environment.

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).

How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Peter Paquette at [email protected] or 218-553-1104.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Peter Paquette at [email protected].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Of…