Description
SALARY: $16.88 Hr. (NEGOTIABLE)
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status)
Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Accomplish the Elder Services Department objectives by encouraging the participation of Oneida Elders in activities supported through the Older Americans Act. Visit elders' homebound, hospitalized, and nursing homes to promote services available. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation Elders. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain familiarity with the Older Americans Act (OAA) and stay abreast of activities supported by funding through the Act.
2. Visit Oneida Elders who are homebound, in nursing homes, and hospitalized and provide information to them regarding available services.
3. Post information about OAA activities, ensuring outreach to an optimal number of elders.
4. Provide evidence-based trainings for community elders and their families.
5. Provide quarterly evidence-based program presentations to community members for participation/recruitment for workshops.
6. Perform annual/renewal assessments with elders to meet their needs and refer them to the appropriate Elder Services program that will benefit them to maintain an independent lifestyle. a. Attempt to improve physical, emotional, and social well-being for elder clients. b. Minimize health and safety risks in the elders' homes by suggesting changes in their environment that will improve the quality of life.
7. Ensure accurate record keeping of all services.
8. Monitor and maintain the Emergency Response System units to include assisting elders with contract enrolling and disenrolling for services.
9. Report client concerns, observations, and other information to the Elder Abuse Prevention Coordinator/Supervisor as required.
10. Communicate with other professionals for immediate care needs of elder clients and coordinate such care as appropriate.
11. Make recommendations to supervisor in support of improving departmental objectives to meet the needs of the Nation's elders.
12. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences, conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
13. Attend community events to provide outreach to community members for the Elder Services Program.
14. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
15. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
16. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently sit, walk, stand, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
2. Work is generally performed in an office or home setting with a moderate noise level.
3. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
2. Knowledge of the effects of aging on the physical, mental, and emotional development of individuals.
3. Knowledge of economic, health, mental health, security, and leisure issues related to the elderly population.
4. Knowledge of available health and welfare resources for the elderly.
5. Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture.
6. Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
7. Skill in preparing operational reports.
8. Ability to exercise independent judgment.
9. Ability to maintain composure during difficult situations such as death and abuse.
10. Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
11. Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
12. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
13. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
14. Ability to work effectively with the elderly with empathy and enthusiasm.
15. Ability and willingness to obtain certification in First Aid and CPR within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certification during employment.
16. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters.
17. Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training within ninety (90) days of employment.
18. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
19. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during the course of employment.
20. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
21. A valid driver's license or occupational driver's license, reliable transportation and insurance is required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver's license or occupational driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-ofstate driver's license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation's Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver's eligibility as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. Certified Nursing Assistant.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
2. High School Diploma, HSED Diploma or GED Certification; applicants age fifty (50) and older are exempt from this requirement; one (1) year experience working as a Home Health Aide, Certified Medical Assistant or related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
2. Background information disclosure (BID) form.
Department: Aging & Disability Services
This is a full time position
Job Code: 00353
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsible to: Elder Abuse Supervisor
Transfer Date: 4/19/24
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