Elder Advocate

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

About The Position

The Elder Advocate works on behalf of individual elders or groups to help them obtain services, exercise their rights, and achieve their objectives. The role supports elders with instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), including respite care, in-home chore services, and other needs. The advocate assesses needs and available resources, coordinates and follows up on services, and collaborates with families and tribal and community programs. The role also supports elder activities, transportation, documentation, and quality assurance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working with elders and vulnerable adults.
Valid Alaska State driver's license and ability to remain insurable under the Tribe’s policy, or obtain a license within 90 days of hire, or—subject to hiring manager approval—sign an MOU in lieu of having a driver's license to perform required duties, if applicable.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to lift 30 pounds.
Basic computer skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities.

Responsibilities

Complete intake assessments to identify elders’ service and resource needs, including general health, finances, transportation, isolation, intervention or abuse risk, nutrition, and respite needs.
Provide ongoing case management and collaborate with appropriate KIT and community programs to ensure planned services and continuing needs are addressed.
Schedule Tyotkas services, including chore service, home visits, shopping, regular transportation, respite care, and other services supported by grant or funding requirements.
Work with families and refer elders to the Adult Protection Team, Tribal Court Team, Dena’ina Wellness Center, and ADRC as needed; provide follow-up and referrals as part of the team.
Arrange relevant training and information for elders, such as exercise, budgeting, and estate planning, and partner with DWC to provide nutrition and exercise opportunities.
Conduct quarterly follow-up calls with elders receiving services for quality assurance and improvement.
Assist elders with IADLs as needed, including limited chore service, meal preparation, and eating assistance.
Perform basic first aid procedures.
Assist elders with obtaining medications as directed by a medical provider.
Assist with medical appointments, motion and transfer, shopping, banking, paperwork, and chore service.
Mentor and assist other elder advocates as needed in performing elder care duties.
Provide documentation required for coordinating services.
Assist with setting up elder functions and activities as needed.
Handle vehicle-related duties, including purchasing fuel, arranging maintenance, performing visual inspections and vehicle-related janitorial tasks, and completing vehicle condition reports.
Maintain records of transportation provided and respect Tribal equipment, including vehicles.
Treat elders with respect and courtesy and provide transportation as needed.
Report suspected elder abuse or neglect in accordance with State law.
Participate in the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Tribal policy.
Ensure compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies, and the TERO ordinance.
Perform other duties and tasks requested by the supervisor that are consistent with the position’s purpose and the objectives of the department or Kenaitze Indian Tribe.