Elder Support Specialist
Elder Support Specialist – The Specialist serves Alaskan Natives and American Indian elders (60+) living in the Matsu Borough service area through the Title VI Older Americans Act program. The Specialist will focus on providing referral services, outreach, and advocacy. This position will also work closely with the Employment and Social Services Department within Knik Tribe.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage an active participant caseload.
Support department elders’ leadership and community services activities.
Provide elders information on services available in the community.
Provide participants orientation to Knik Tribe services.
Provide one-on-one life skills for elders:
Homemaker services
Personal Care Services
Chore Service
Light Shopping and Delivery of meals
Identify participants’ barriers assist them in finding solutions to barrier removal.
Recognize participants’ strengths and skills and apply those attributes to appropriate activities.
Authorize Supportive Services to eligible elders in the program according to program policy and procedure.
Provide group transportation to social events or support groups.
Arrange counseling.
Provide respite care for caregivers of children under the age of 18 (when feasible)
Visit elders in nursing facilities/homes or residential care communities.
Work one on one with Case Managers on referrals and outreach for Program and Department.
Submit recording and reporting time to the director.
Obtain, track and document all pertinent information in each case file and/or electronically.
Participate in scheduled community meetings as requested.
Assist in the facilitation of group activities or workshops.
Work as part of a team: the team includes co-workers, partner agencies and the participant.
Attend and actively participate in Department meeting and trainings.
Bring policy issues to the Elders Services director or Management Team as they arise.
Fill in for absent staff when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality according to regulations, policies, and procedures.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple activities.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations and make sound judgments.
Excellent customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a team atmosphere.
Knowledge of area Labor Market and current trends.
Working knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques.
Demonstrated ability to recognize transferable skills in participants and apply them to the current labor market.
Demonstrated ability to identify parenting resources in the community to network with and do informed referrals.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the social, health, education and training and cultural needs of the Alaska Native and American Indian community.
Maintain confidentiality.
Assist with grant writing.
Create connections between elders, youth, and adults, and community stakeholders utilizing traditional cultural values with every opportunity.
Required Requirements:
One (1) year experience in assisting elders or as a case support in other programs.
One (1) year experience navigating community resources preferred, with preference given to those with knowledge of the mental health and social work.
Knowledge of Alaska Native and American Indian culture and/or community resources.
Valid Alaska driver’s license and clean driving record.
Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Clean state and federal background check.
General Information
Location: 1744 N Prospect Drive, Palmer, AK 99645
Supervisor: Social Services Director
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour DOE/E. Full-time employees will receive full benefits to include: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.
To Apply: Submit Resume to:
Human Resources at hr@kniktribe.org