Elders' Program Specialist

Elders' Program Specialist
Dept./Program: Elders

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 hours, 52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary
The Elders' Program Specialist position is responsible for the support of day to day functions, program support and data entry at Kenaitze Indian Tribe's Tyotkas Elder Center.

Essential Functions

Serves as backup to the Program Administrator as needed

Maintaining contact lists, processing and distributing mail and faxes, maintaining office equipment, coordinating service repairs and tracking inventory

Responsible for planning, oversight and implementation of all Tyotkas sponsored events

Provides to the Elders Administrator monthly and quarterly reports, which reflect program participation by event, program advocacy efforts, challenges and recommendations for Center enhancement; and to the Elders Committee, as directed

Works within the best-practice standards, protocols and procedures of the Human and Community Services Division and the Finance Division

Serves as a member of workgroups and service teams, as assigned

Promotes good relations with staff, vendors and community agencies

Develops and consistently maintains accurate Elders information lists to include, but not be limited to phone number(s), mailing address, physical address, birth date, emergency contacts, etc.

Assist in food service activities and kitchen support, as needed

Works with the Activities Coordinator and Tribal Administration to schedule large mailings, newsletters and special meeting notices

Oversight of the creation and mailing of the monthly activities calendar and menu

Provides monthly input relevant to newsletter topics and content, public awareness materials, and resource information

Work to ensure the appropriate and correct input into the Elder's program database

Collection, input and maintenance of daily units into spreadsheets and other data sources

Track borrowed and returned supplies and equipment

General oversight of the Tyotkas Library, resources, materials, and archive documents to ensure appropriate display, maintenance of materials and items preservation

Input all program charges into Reqlogic

Maintains confidentiality in accordance with the Tribe's Policy

Treat Elders with respect, dignity and courtesy at all times

Reports incidents of suspected elder abuse and or neglect in accordance with Tribal and State law

Reports incidents of suspected elder abuse and or neglect in accordance with Tribal and State law

Qualifications
Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Certification in a specialized field of study specific to business management, project management, food service, or advocacy

Experience

Three years of program advocacy experience

Three years of office experience

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel and Outlook

Five (5) years elder advocacy experience

License/Certification

Current First Aid & CPR Certification, or within 90 days of hire

Valid Alaska Driver's License and remain insurable under the Tribe's policy

Current Food Handlers Certificate, or within 30 days of hire

Special Skills

Good oral and written communication

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to handle customer complaints in a professional manner

Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines

Willingness to learn the language, culture and history of the Dena'ina people

Knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian people preferred

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