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Working Title: Human Services Support Specialist (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Job Class: Human Services Support Specialist
Agency: Human Services Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/03/2023
• Closing Date: 05/03/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS St Peter AFSCME
• Division/Unit: St Peter / Forensic Nursing Home A
• Work Shift/Work Hours: This posting covers all shifts
  • Rotating shift (day/evening hours)
  • Night shift (overnight hours)
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.03 - $26.89 / hourly
• Job Class Option: Certified Nursing Assistant
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: Forensic Nursing Home - St Peter
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Candidates may qualify for a hiring bonus up to $2,500!!!

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Nursing Home team within the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) division of the agency.

This announcement will be used to fill permanent positions at the Forensic Nursing Home. The Forensic Services campus in St. Peter is comprised of the Forensic Mental Health Program (FMHP) and the Forensic Nursing Home (FNH). Forensic Services provides mental health evaluation and treatment services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness who present a risk to public safety. This is a safe and secure treatment environment.

We are hiring for full-time, part-time and intermittent positions on rotating and night shifts . This posting covers all CNA vacancies within the FNH and the position schedule type is subject to what is available. Rotating shift includes day and evening hours. Night shift includes overnight hours. Days of work and hours will vary depending on facility needs including weekend and some holiday shifts. Positions with anticipated work hours fourteen (14) or less hours per week are not eligible for the hiring bonus. Please discuss your preference with the hiring supervisor during your interview.

This is a great opporutnity to earn your Certification as a Nursing Assistant! Be reimbursed for the cost of the certification and get started in a career you will love all at the same time!

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a part of a multi-disciplinary team and provides direct care, treatment, support, and leisure activities to residents at the Forensic Nursing Home in St. Peter. Day-to-day responsibilities of this position include:

• Providing care to residents in accordance with the plan of care and under the direction of a licensed nurse while maintaining a therapeutic working relationship with residents.
• Directly supporting residents as necessary including assisting in meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, and personal care activities, emergency intervention and providing general resident supervision.
• Addressing crisis situations that present a risk to the health and safety of residents (e.g., CPR, first aid, emergency physical intervention).
• Using non-physical intervention strategies (e.g., negotiation, active listening, redirection) whenever possible to address behavioral crisis and potential behavioral crisis.
• Maintaining a clean safe working environment.
• Transporting residents, if needed.

Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!

In addition to a rewarding career in which you will be positively impacting the lives of Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents, we provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a competitive hourly wage, affordable insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more!

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• $2500 Hiring Bonus (Current State of Minnesota employees are not eligible for a Hiring Bonus)
• Annual pay increases
• Corrections Early Retirement Program
• Tuition reimbursement for courses related to the work of DHS
• Student loan reimbursement
• $50 bonus for voluntarily working days off and weekends

What a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that is committed to our staff, clients, and community!

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or General Education Diploma
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Current registration as a Nursing Assistant with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Nursing Assistant Registry. If you are not currently registered as a Nursing Assistant with the MDH, we will reimburse you to become certified within six (6) months from your date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that you clearly describe your work experience in the areas listed for each job held.

REFERENCE CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants may be required to provide documentation to demonstrate proof of education if required for the position.

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 careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date.

If you have questions about the position, contact Rebecca Kern at becky.kern@state.mn.us or 507-985-2369.

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 Kristen Hiner at Kristen.Hiner@state.mn.us.

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources 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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.