Culinary Aide

Our Culinary Department is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Culinary Aide to support meal service and kitchen operations. This role is essential in providing a positive dining experience for our residents.

Schedule:

• Part-Time
• Every other weekend
• 16 hours bi-weekly guaranteed
• Shift: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the cook with meal preparation and kitchen tasks
• Deliver lunch and dinner trays to residents
• Provide beverages and ensure residents have what they need during meals
• Clean and sanitize tables after meal service
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean kitchen environment
• Support overall dining service and kitchen cleanliness

Additional Opportunities:

• Opportunity to be cross-trained as a Cook
• Ability to pick up additional shifts based on availability

Qualifications:

• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Previous food service experience is a plus, but not required

Our Mission

Empowering those we touch to live and develop

Our Core Values

Execute • Drive • Openness to Experience • Loyalty

Execute

• GSD – Get Stuff Done
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons
• Identifies and resolves problems
• Delivers on commitments

Drive

• Ambitious and eager to learn and grow
• Passionate about the work, service, and quality we provide

Openness to Experience

• Innovative and seeks efficiencies
• Embraces and adapts to change
• Always moving forward
• Makes a positive difference in the lives of team members and patients
• Celebrates diversity and individuality

Loyalty

• Supports and uplifts the team
• Remains committed through challenges
• Works for the improvement of the whole

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid orientation

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• Uniform allowance

• Vision insurance

Physical Setting

• Nursing home

Vitality is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity

This position is a union role, covered by SEIU.

Are you looking for a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle—even if it’s just a few hours a week?
Enjoy a role where you can choose hours that fit your availability while making a meaningful difference. As a Van Driver, you’ll help transport residents to and from appointments, providing support and friendly connection along the way.

Schedule: Casual / Flexible hours based on your availability

Responsibilities:

• Safely transport residents to and from medical appointments
• Assist residents in and out of the vehicle
• Ensure a comfortable and positive experience during transport

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Comfortable driving a larger vehicle/van
• Ability to assist residents with mobility needs
• Must obtain/maintain a DOT physical
• Reliable and punctual
• CNA preferred, but not required

Our Mission

Empowering those we touch to live and develop

Our Core Values

Execute • Drive • Openness to Experience • Loyalty

Execute

• GSD – Get Stuff Done
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons
• Identifies and resolves problems
• Delivers on commitments

Drive

• Ambitious and eager to learn and grow
• Passionate about the work, service, and quality we provide

Openness to Experience

• Innovative and seeks efficiencies
• Embraces and adapts to change
• Always moving forward
• Makes a positive difference in the lives of team members and patients
• Celebrates diversity and individuality

Loyalty

• Supports and uplifts the team
• Remains committed through challenges
• Works for the improvement of the whole

Top wage: $50/hour, hourly pay based on FTE: 

• FTE > 0.8: $32 base wage+$18/hour (up to $50/hour)

• FTE 0.6–0.8: $32 base wage +$14/hour (up to $46/hour)

• FTE < 0.6: $32 base wage +$10/hour (up to $42/hour)

Education/Experience:

• Current Minnesota Nursing Licensure.
• Prior experience in a long-term care is beneficial, but not needed.
• Maintain a current CPR Certification (classes provided onsite).

Join Our Team as an Activities Aide!

Do you want to have a fun and rewarding time this summer while making a real difference? Join our team as an Activities Aide and spend your days connecting with residents, playing games, going on outings, and creating meaningful moments that truly matter.

From shopping trips to crafts, music, and social events, no two days are the same. If you enjoy being around people, staying active, and bringing smiles to others, this is the perfect role for you. Plus, we offer a flexible schedule that works around your life.

This is a great entry-level opportunity for anyone interested in healthcare or simply looking for a fun, people-focused job. You’ll gain hands-on experience while making lasting connections with residents and your team.

Key Responsibilities
• Plan and lead fun daily activities such as games, crafts, and group events
• Spend one-on-one time with residents to build meaningful connections
• Assist with outings like shopping trips and community events
• Create a warm, positive, and engaging environment for all residents
• Help in the dining room during mealtimes (feeding assistance once CNA certified)
• Document resident participation and share updates with the care team
• Follow all safety and facility policies

Education and Experience
• Previous healthcare or customer service experience is a plus, but not required
• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age

Why You’ll Love This Role
• Flexible schedule – great for summer or part-time work
• Fun, active, and people-centered environment
• No certification required to start

If you want a job that feels more like spending time with friends while making a difference, this is it. Join us and help create moments that matter every day!

Our Mission

Empowering those we touch to live and develop

Our Core Values

Execute • Drive • Openness to Experience • Loyalty

Execute

• GSD – Get Stuff Done
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons
• Identifies and resolves problems
• Delivers on commitments

Drive

• Ambitious and eager to learn and grow
• Passionate about the work, service, and quality we provide

Openness to Experience

• Innovative and seeks efficiencies
• Embraces and adapts to change
• Always moving forward
• Makes a positive difference in the lives of team members and patients
• Celebrates diversity and individuality

Loyalty

• Supports and uplifts the team
• Remains committed through challenges
• Works for the improvement of the whole

Up to $36/hour!
Includes a $24/hour base rate plus up to $12/hour in performance-based wage. 

Education/Experience:

• Current Minnesota Nursing Licensure.
• Prior experience in a long-term care is beneficial, but not needed.
• Maintain a current CPR Certification (classes provided onsite).

Our Mission

Empowering those we touch to live and develop

Our Core Values

Execute • Drive • Openness to Experience • Loyalty

Execute

• GSD – Get Stuff Done
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons
• Identifies and resolves problems
• Delivers on commitments

Drive

• Ambitious and eager to learn and grow
• Passionate about the work, service, and quality we provide

Openness to Experience

• Innovative and seeks efficiencies
• Embraces and adapts to change
• Always moving forward
• Makes a positive difference in the lives of team members and patients
• Celebrates diversity and individuality

Loyalty

• Supports and uplifts the team
• Remains committed through challenges
• Works for the improvement of the whole
  
  

Vitality Living of Aitkin is seeking Full and Part Time Nursing Assistants!  The successful candidates will be responsible for direct resident care, based on the resident's preference and care plan.  The candidates are also responsible for providing ADL's, assistance at meals, and ensuring that our residents are offered comfort and a caring environment.

Our Mission

Empowering those we touch to live and develop

Our Core Values

Execute • Drive • Openness to Experience • Loyalty

Execute

• GSD – Get Stuff Done
• Learns from mistakes and applies lessons
• Identifies and resolves problems
• Delivers on commitments

Drive

• Ambitious and eager to learn and grow
• Passionate about the work, service, and quality we provide

Openness to Experience

• Innovative and seeks efficiencies
• Embraces and adapts to change
• Always moving forward
• Makes a positive difference in the lives of team members and patients
• Celebrates diversity and individuality

Loyalty

• Supports and uplifts the team
• Remains committed through challenges
• Works for the improvement of the whole

Standard shift:
·       Evening shift, 8 and 12 hour shifts
·       Overnight shift, 8 and 12 hour shifts

Are you a student? We can work around your class schedule. Scholarship and tuition opportunities are also available for staff that are enrolled in an accredited nursing program.

Not certified, but want to be? Contact us to see how we can help! Vitality offers onsite Nursing Assistant courses to help you begin your nursing career! Classes are at no expense to Vitality employees, and students will be paid for up to 40 hours of classroom time.

This position is a union role, covered by SEIU.