The Title VI Elder Care Provider (ECP) acts as an advocate and facilitator for Title VI Elders to ensure access to comprehensive support and daily well-being services. This position delivers a continuum of services through nutrition and self-care education, social support services, well-being monitoring, daily activities, transportation, meal assistance, chore services, and hygiene care. The role delivers service coordination, connects elders to vital resources, and provides direct assistance within community-based settings, including elders’ private homes. This position requires deep cultural respect to promote a welcoming environment that reflects the Tribe’s culture, vision, and values.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist elders in their homes or community spaces in strict accordance with program guidelines.
• Communicate the core purposes of the Title VI program to elders and explain the positive impacts it can have on their overall well-being.
• Complete program intake forms and document all elder encounters while keeping accurate records, maintaining strict confidentiality, and respecting privacy.
• Identify gaps in services and coordinate with program staff to address issues affecting the elders' daily social and nutritional needs.
• Work collaboratively with the program team to help elders develop individual personal well-being or social goals based on intake findings.
• Serve as a culturally informed liaison and advocate for the elderly population within the tribal community.
• Provide culturally appropriate, accurate education to elders, families, and community organizations to promote healthy behaviors and independence.
• Coach elders on effective wellness and self-care practices while helping them understand specific program options and instructions.
• Motivate elders to remain active, engaged, and socially connected in their daily lives to support their long-term well-being.
• Provide support and advocacy during community visits when necessary to ensure the elder's personal needs are effectively met.
• Provide or arrange transportation services and resource deliveries for elders following established program policies and procedures.
• Perform light chore duties and assist with daily personal hygiene care inside the elders’ homes.
• Collaborate with other tribal departments to ensure elders utilize all available tribal and community social services.
• Create, organize, and implement elder-friendly daily activities and community events.
• Assist in meeting daily nutritional needs by actively participating in meal planning, meal preparation, meal service, and home-delivery meal routes.
• Complete and submit accurate monthly program reports to the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to provide culturally competent care and apply an understanding of tribal traditions and elder respect.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities, particularly in community-based settings.
• Ability to respond appropriately, calmly, and effectively during a personal or building crisis.
• Excellent team-oriented collaboration skills to work across multiple tribal and social departments.
• Knowledge and understanding of program policies, safety compliance, and operational procedures.
• Ability to follow instruction precisely and communicate clearly with elderly individuals and their families.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy to operate program vehicles for elder transportation, meal delivery, and home visits.
• Ability to obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to document service delivery accurately, compile daily encounter records, and organize information cleanly to assist with required monthly program reporting.
• Ability to obtain a valid Food Handlers Certification within the timeframe established by program guidelines.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalence required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess good moral character.
• Must possess and maintain an active Oklahoma Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification at the time of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and sit on the floor to provide direct care or activities in residential or community settings.
• Physical strength to occasionally lift, push, pull, or move objects or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stamina to travel regularly and drive program vehicles to transport elders, run meal routes, or complete home visits.
• Manual dexterity to administer basic first aid, assist with personal hygiene, and perform light household chores or meal prep.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful completion of applicable tribal drug test.
• Successful completion of applicable tribal background check.
• Must pass background investigation for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.