Relief Support Services Itinerant

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Maniilaq Association in Kotzebue, Alaska, is seeking a Relief Driver for Elder Services. Primary duties include transporting elders, delivering meals, and handling mail and supplies, with participation in required trainings and meetings.

Reports to the Elder Services Program Coordinator or Designee. The role requires a valid Alaska driver's license, CPR/First Aid within 6 months, and knowledge of Inupiaq culture and language is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license with a driving record that qualifies you for Maniilaq’s vehicle insurance.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid card within 6 months of hire and must keep current.
• Knowledge of Inupiaq culture and language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a positive, caring, and respectful attitude toward residents at all times.
• Delivers meals to elders that are home bound Monday through Friday except on Maniilaq holidays.
• Transports residents and community elders to their destination in a safe manner.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness inside and out.
• Follows Infection Control techniques.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision at all times.
• Assists with grant reporting and provides data for reports.
• Assists and participates with Emergency Preparedness/Fire Drills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Maniilaq Association isa P.L. 93-638 Native/Indian Preference/EEO Employer

Job Code:

2026:OTZ-143

Location:

Kotzebue, Alaska

Program:

Elder Services

FT/PT Status:

Relief

Job Responsibilities:

Maniilaq Association

07/19

Title: Support Services Itinerant Range: 12

Program: Elder ServicesStatus: Non-Exempt

Housing Priority: None BCU: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

Primary duty will consist of driving in community transporting elders, delivering meals, and picking up and delivering mail, equipment and supplies. Attend all required mandatory training classes and staff meetings. This position reports to the Elder Services Program Coordinator or Designee.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates a positive, caring, and respectful attitude toward residents at all times.

Delivers meals to elders that are home bound Monday through Friday except on Maniilaq holidays.

Transports residents and community elders to their destination in a safe manner.

Maintains vehicle cleanliness inside and out.

Follows Infection Control techniques.

Must be able to work with little or no supervision at all times.

Assists with grant reporting and provides data for reports.

Assists and participates with Emergency Preparedness/Fire Drills.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license with a driving record that qualifies you for Maniilaq’s vehicle insurance. Must obtain CPR and First Aid card within 6 months of hire and must keep current. Knowledge of Inupiaq culture and language preferred.

Other Job Information (if applicable):

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet those conditions.