Ward Clerk 2 \- (26141089) The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Ward Clerk 2 at the Montana Veterans’ Home.
Why Join DPHHS? Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities, improving health, safety, and well\-being, and empowering independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities, whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
The Montana Veterans' Home (MVH) located in Columbia Falls, is a Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans' Administration certified facility with 105 intermediate/skilled\-care beds and 12 domiciliary beds. The nursing facility includes a 15\-bed Dementia Care unit. MVH has been providing services to Veterans since 1896\. The Montana Veterans' Home is located next to the Flathead River, just minutes away from Glacier National Park. A large pavilion, walking paths, and protected courtyards provide ample opportunities for outdoor access. The facility offers individual and group activities, spiritual services, support group services, and social services. The skilled and rehabilitative services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and dietitian services.
Job Overview: The Ward Clerk provides administrative support to the Director of Nursing, nursing supervisors, and the care plan team. Ensures adequate, appropriate, and essential medical supplies are available to provide quality resident care at the Montana Veterans’ Home, a 105\-bed skilled nursing facility and 12\-bed domiciliary.
How To Apply:
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Resume
Letter of Interest \- Internal Only
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Current Montana CNA certificate or 3 years of experience as a ward clerk
Valid State of Montana driver’s license
High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical and Environmental Demands: Working conditions carry unpredictable job hazards as residents have various illnesses with the potential to be aggressive verbally and physical. Risk of injury with aggressive or assaultive behaviors from residents. Position has moderate stress factors relating to responsibility and decision\-making in a setting that is shared with others of the nursing department and various other departments; must be able to maintain concentration and direction in an environment with constant interruptions from staff, residents, and visitors.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment: Not Applicable
Salary: $ 21\.49 \- 21\.49 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave \& Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full\-Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Primary Location: Columbia Falls
Agency: Department of Public Health \& Human Services
Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees
Posting Date: Apr 17, 2026, 2:15:33 PM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing
Required Application Materials: Resume, Letter of Interest (Internal Position)
Contact Name: Cambra Kucharski \| Contact Email: Cambra.Kucharski@mt.gov \| Contact Phone: 4068976084