Elders Site Coordinator - Leelanau

Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians; Michigan; Presencial; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Major Medical

Dental & Prescription

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO & Holidays

Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage

AFLAC

Descripción de la vacante

Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians seeks an Elders Site Coordinator to support the Elders and Cultural Services Programs. You will work with Tribal staff to develop and implement ongoing programs for Elders at Tribal Satellites, ensuring excellence and confidentiality in service delivery.

You will coordinate training, collaborate with tribal and state agencies, and recruit Elders 55+ while maintaining organized records and monthly reports.

Formación

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum three years experience working with Native American Elders.
• Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License and CDL within 1 year of hire.
• Current CPR Certification and First Aid Training.
• Flexible hours and willingness to take on extra duties.

Responsabilidades

• Work a 40-hour week as scheduled for Elders programs.
• Comply with GTB policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of participants and comply with Privacy Act.
• Attend monthly site coordinator meetings.
• Plan and organize ongoing staff training with the Department Manager.
• Collaborate with Tribal programs and state agencies.
• Coordinate with Elders Services task force staff to support service strategies.
• Plan weekly programs for Elders, families, and community to meet objectives.
• Recruit Elders aged 55+ and conduct outreach/home visits as needed.
• Maintain records and submit monthly activity reports.
• Arrange van pickup and organize on-site supervision when required.
• Perform other duties related to service delivery.

Conocimientos

Excellent verbal and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

10-key proficiency

Basic math skills

Prioritization & deadlines

Data collection & presentation

Effective with Native Americans &famil

Educación

High School diploma or GED

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

• Major Medical, Dental & Prescription, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Plan, PTO & Holidays, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage, AFLAC

The Elders Site Coordinator will work with the Department Manager, Elders Workers and other Tribal Staff as appropriate to meet the objectives of the Elders and Cultural Services Programs. Elders Site Coordinators must have a commitment to excellence and caring when working with Elders. Together with other staff, a plan shall be developed and implemented which will allow for ongoing appropriate programs for Elders and serviced by programs at all Tribal Satellites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work a 40-hour week, during appropriate hours based on the Elders programs or as scheduled by supervisor.
• Comply with all GTB policies & procedures
• To be in compliance with the Privacy Act and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality of participants served by the program.
• Attend monthly site coordinator meetings.
• Plan and organize with the Department Manager ongoing training for staff.
• To collaborate with Tribal programs, local, state and state agencies.
• Coordinate with the Elders Services task force staff and other GTB staff to assist in fulfilling participants' service strategies. On a monthly basis and attend training when necessary.
• Plans programs with staff on a weekly basis for Elders, families, and the community to meet objectives of the Elders' Services Programs.
• Is present at planned elders activities and is responsible for maintaining on-site supervision as required by program.
• To recruit Elders aged 55 and older in coordination with the Elders Services Program staff. Outreach and home visits as required encouraging participation in Elders program activities.
• To maintain personal standards of high character and serve as a positive role model for the Elders Program.
• Complete required monthly activity reports within a time requirement including baseline measures.
• Arrange for van pick up of participants as needed or scheduled.
• Maintains an organized elders program record keeping system at the site.
• Perform other duties as assigned that related to the continuing delivery of service.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated patience, tact, and respect.
• Exceptional detail and follow-up skills.
• General proficiency in computer literacy, preferably in Windows, Word, Excel, and use of associated peripherals, and other Microsoft office products.
• Basic general proficiency in 10-key and other office equipment.
• Basic math skills
• Ability to effectively establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Native Americans and their families.
• Must be able to provide accurate communication in regards to required narrative reports.
• Must be able to collect and present data.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Minimum three years experience working with Native American Elders.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid Michigan Chauffer's License and obtain your CDL within 1 year of hire date.
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.
• Must have current CPR Certification and First Aid Training.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and to take on additional responsibilities when asked.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently involves sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Occasionally requires lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Regularly requires working with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm. Regularly requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Occasionally requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks. Occasionally requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

The Elders Site Coordinator must be able to exercise good judgment regarding the following:

• When and how to respond to requests from the Elders and/or staff.
• Must have the patience to be with elders and participate in and supervise the program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor and outdoor settings. Local travel is frequently required, out-of-town travel is occasionally required.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply. Must be able to pass a background investigation and a drug and alcohol urinalysis as a condition of employment Must adhere to company policies regarding strict confidentiality.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Director of Human Resources

This position is subject to IC3 Background Investigation, Drug Screen and Driving Record/Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).