What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elders Wellness Support Specialist position at Samish Indian Nation?
The Elders Wellness Support Specialist provides participants in the Elders Department with a wide range of services and support designed to help them remain healthy, safe, and independent within the community. This position is responsible for delivering culturally appropriate services, conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized service plans, providing case management, coordinating resources, advocating for participants, and monitoring progress toward identified goals. The Elders Wellness Support Specialist works collaboratively as a member of the Elders Department team, contributing to a positive work environment, supporting department goals, and demonstrating commitment to serving person-centered support.
Why work for Samish?
The Samish Indian Nation provides a very competitive compensation package, which includes medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, optional supplemental coverage plans, a 401(k) Plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and approximately 16 paid holidays. Best of all, we offer a great environment with passionate and caring staff!
Benefits Summary
- Hybrid Work potential
- Flexible work schedule
- Health insurance including medical, dental & vision
- Life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance
- Annual & Sick Leave
- Paid holidays (up to 16 days per year)
- Paid jury, bereavement & cultural leave
- Wellness & Employee Assistance Plan
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Evaluations with potential wage increases at 6 months, 1 year and annually
- Assists in development and implementation of health and wellness programs, education, and information to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health; some examples include Healthy Heart, Falls Awareness, Alzheimer's, and Dementia.
- Works collaboratively with Samish departments, local agencies, and community partners to ensure participants have access to needed resources, services, and support.
- Conducts comprehensive assessments of participants' needs, determines program eligibility, provides case management, and develops individualized service plans to address identified needs and goals.
- Conducts wellness checks and home visits to evaluate the safety, health, and overall well-being of participants.
- Plans, coordinates, and participates in Samish Citizen Health Fairs, events, and other community events as needed.
- Attends program trainings, webinars, and conferences as needed.
- Maintains accurate organized files, including intake forms and reports; compiles data for statistical purposes and required reporting.
- Prepares department information packets, mailings, newsletter, and website narratives.
- Maintains strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance regarding all client information.
- Understands and complies with Adult Protective Services (APS) mandated reporting requirements and partners with the Samish Social Services Department and Washington state APS regarding vulnerable adult abuse reporting and crime victim advocacy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Associate’s degree in health, wellness, or human services related fields or 3 years of experience working in a field related to health, wellness, or human services.
- Must have the ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service and client relation skills.
- Must have strong time management, organization, and communication skills.
- Must be detail oriented, naturally inquisitive and a proactive problem solver.
- Must possess intermediate Microsoft 365 skills with the ability to learn data reporting software applications.
- Excellent problem-solving and listening skills.
- Support and contribute to a collaborative and respectful work environment that promotes teamwork.
- Must obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications within 30 days of hire.
- Must have proof of a Tuberculosis (TB) test taken within 12 months prior to initial employment date and be free from communicable disease.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurance and be able to operate tribal vehicles and a chair lift.
Physical Demands: Long periods of sitting (70% of time); occasional bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, lifting, carrying, and pushing (10% of time); and occasional standing and walking (20% of time). Occasionally lifts/carries up to 30 lbs and assists participants with mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs, requiring pushing and lifting. Must possess manual dexterity sufficient to use office equipment with frequent repetitive motion such as writing, typing, and phone use. Must possess the ability to view print on a computer screen and/or paper document; the ability to speak and hear exchanging information with end users by telephone. Mental/Visual Demands: Frequent mental and/or visual attention to task is required. Occasionally work requires heavy concentration. Frequent interruptions. Tasks involve eye-hand coordination. Working Environment: Work environment is mainly indoors with heat and some air conditioning. Must sit or stand at desk for majority of shift. Occasionally works alone without benefit of supervisor or co-worker. Unavoidable hazards/risks: Work requires minimal risks which require safety precautions (using some cleaning chemicals for light cleaning). Protective clothing or equipment may be required (goggles, gloves, masks, boots, etc.)
Samish Indian Nation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or ancestry. Samish preference and Indian preference will be applied to the selection for this position as defined in Title 25, US Code Section 473.
CONFIDENTIALITY: This position develops, maintains, and is responsible for safeguarding the computer/electronic and hardcopy file folders containing sensitive and proprietary information about the Tribe and its members. The incumbent must maintain confidentiality of all work and files pertaining to enrollment, clients, survey results, and all other material that may identify individuals by name (either directly or by reference), as set forth by the Tribal Council in the Personnel Manual. Any violation in this matter may result in immediate termination of employment. All materials, including electronic materials of any type or format, produced are considered works made for hire and are the property of the Samish Indian Nation.
Please state your eligibility for Indian preference in your cover letter. Indian preference must be documented prior to interview or hiring. BIA Form 4432 or tribal enrollment ID may be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.
All persons who are offered employment with the Samish Indian Nation must give permission for a thorough background check of previous work performance, motor vehicle history, credit history and criminal history, as well as a pre-employment drug screen.
This position is a “covered position” under the Tribe’s Indian Child and Family Violence Act Policy and all applicants must undergo a fingerprint background investigation in order to be hired for this position. The Tribe will not hire, permit anyone to work or volunteer in a covered position if the person has ever been found guilty or entered a plea of no contest or guilty to any offense under federal, state, or Tribal law which involves violence, threat of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, prostitution, crimes against persons, or offenses committed against children.
Salary : $22 - $31