Elder Wellness Advocate

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Alaska; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Language learning opportunities

Job summary

CVTC is seeking an Elder Wellness Advocate to support Elders with compassionate, one-on-one care and help them maintain independence.

You will assist with activities of daily living, arrange transportation to activities, and document needs while upholding confidentiality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of personal care experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate one-on-one care to enhance elders' quality of life.
• Assist with daily activities (dressing, bathing, meal prep, reminders).
• Transport elders to wellness activities and events; schedule vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Typing 40 WPM

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Announcement

Job Title: Elder Wellness Advocate

Department: Health & Social Services

Mission: Helping Our Citizens and Community to Thrive

Values: Care and love for each other, education, honesty, humor, and respect.

If you enjoy spending time with, and caring for Elders, enjoy a varied workday; on-the-job training; and being part of a strong team of dedicated, passionate, and caring professionals, this is the job for you!

CVTC Offers:

A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes each staff members’ professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position, with competitive pay and a flexible benefits package including 401(k) retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, accrued paid time off, and free training and educational opportunities. You will also have opportunities to learn the Ahtna language and cultural lifeways. Our environment is family-friendly, with wellness activities and opportunities for fun!

Who We Are Seeking:

A self-motivated, customer-service focused, ethical and professional Elder Wellness Advocate responsible for providing compassionate support, and attentive one-on-one care to enhance the quality of life for our Elders. This position supports our Elders to continue independent living by helping with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, meal preparation, medication reminders, running errands, laundry and light housekeeping.

Additional Responsibilities:

Transporting our Elders to wellness activities and other community events; engage our Elders in activities like playing games, reading, and visiting; call our Elders to check in on them; document client needs and update work logs, maintain confidential records, and ensure confidentiality policies and practices are always followed. This role will also monitor and schedule vehicle maintenance and perform routine cleaning of CVTC fleet vehicles. Assists with Elders Lunch Program by serving as a back-up to the Lunch Coordinator and/or provides additional support as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications, Education & Experience:

At least one (1) year of experience providing personal care is preferred.

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational abilities.

Ability to function well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products and the ability to type 40 words per minute.

Must be agile and able to lift 35 lbs. at a time on occasion.

High School degree or G.E.D. are required.

Certificates and Licenses:

A valid Alaska Driver’s license and the ability to be insured on CVTC’s vehicle insurance policy is a requirement of this position. Must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid and Personal Care Aid (PCA) certifications within 30 days of hire.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check:

This position requires you to complete and pass a pre-employment state and federal background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Hiring Preferences:

As allowed in P.L. 93-638, preference for employment will be given to Alaska Native and American Indian peoples. CVTC also applies family and local hiring preferences.