Elder Wellness Advocate

Chickaloon Native Village; Sutton (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

14 paid holidays

Accrued PTO

Free training and educational opportunities

Job summary

A local community organization in Sutton, Alaska seeks an Elder Wellness Advocate to provide compassionate support and assistance to Elders. Responsibilities include personal care, transportation to activities, and maintaining confidential records. Ideal candidates possess at least one year of personal care experience, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers a full-time schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience providing personal care is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support and one-on-one care for Elders.
• Transport Elders to wellness activities and community events.
• Document client needs and maintain confidential records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational abilities

Effective communication skills

Typing skills

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 member’s professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full time, 36 hours per week position, with competitive pay and a flexible benefits package including a 401(k)-retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, accrued PTO, free training and educational opportunities, that includes opportunities to learn the Ahtna language and culture.

Our environment is family-friendly, with cultural and 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.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Open until filled. Contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] with any questions.

Posted 4/9/2026