ELDERS AND SENIOR CASE MANAGER

Deadline To Apply: This position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. AWN thanks all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Contract Type: ONE-YEAR TERM SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 – AUGUST 31, 2025, TEMPORARY PART-TIME

Position Overview:

TEMPORARY PART-TIME (28 HOURS/WEEK – FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE, WORKING EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS AS REQUIRED) TAWOW CENTER

Aseniwuche Winewak Nation of Canada, A Fellowship of Aboriginal People, or AWN, is a provincially incorporated not-for-profit society based in Grande Cache, Alberta. AWN members share a unique history and ancestry as descendants of a diversity of Indigenous groups of Canada including Cree, Iroquois, Sekani, Dene-saa, Ojibwe, Assiniboine, and Shuswap. The Aseniwuche Winewak Nation are a Cree speaking people whose ancestors thrived in the Rocky Mountains and members continue to live a distinctive cultural way of life.

AWN is committed to building healthy communities and healthy individuals by providing leadership, programs, and services to meet the identified needs of its members.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Preventative Social Programs Manager, this position will help develop and implement a Collaborative Community Response (CCR) to address Elder abuse that addresses the unique needs of both our Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people; provide support, information, referrals, and advocacy to Elders/Seniors and their families to address Elder abuse and neglect, and work with the Tawow Centre team to support the cultural, mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our community.

Duties:

• Plan, coordinate, and/or facilitate a Collaborative Community Response (CCR) and programs that support Elders/Seniors safety and well-being.
• Utilize the Action Against Elder Abuse-Community Response Project Case Management Tools, Best and Promising Best Practices and Support Mechanisms.
• Screening inquiries as to need for intervention; contact police in emergent circumstances or potential criminal matters.
• Refer non elder abuse inquiries to appropriate community resources.
• Conduct intake and assessment interviews with potential clients.
• Create and implement case plans for clients requiring on-going support.
• Advocate on behalf of clients accessing services and supports.
• Support police and victim services when required.
• Report to stakeholders and funding bodies, including regular meetings with steering committee.
• Create data collection and evaluation process; administer as applicable.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with the support community; assist in creation of Memoranda of Understanding and formalized partnerships.
• Incorporate traditional cultural practices into Elders/Seniors wellness and safety programs.
• Apply AWN’s Diversity Lens and Programs Plan to ensure the programs meet identified strategies and demonstrate a commitment to Reconciliation.
• Utilize the Elder Knowledge Keepers/Helpers as a program resources.
• Provide outreach, social programs, and traditional teachings to relieve Elders/Seniors loneliness, isolation, and vulnerability thereby supporting their cultural, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.

• Assist Elders/Seniors and/or their families to find solutions to their concerns.
• Provide information and supportive referrals to local and outlying service providers and Government resources including assistance with forms.
• Assisting at-Risk Elders/Seniors and/or their families with safety planning.
• Ensure the program is accessible by meeting Elders/Seniors in their homes.

• Coordinate, promote and deliver Elder Abuse Awareness and support, and It’s Not Right! Friends, Family, Neighbours of Older Adults Bystander training.

• Research current issues that are impacting Elders/Seniors and facilitate community and organizational discussion on how to fill identified gaps.

• Provide referral supports to at-risk Elders/Seniors and their families seeking seniors housing including lodges, long-term care, and supportive living facilities.
• Conduct surveys and interviews with CCR members, elders, and their families to determine if the CCR is appropriate and meeting the targeted need.

Qualifications:

• Minimum post-secondary diploma in Social Work, Human Services, Gerontology, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience developing, coordinating, and/or facilitating Elders/Seniors programs and services.
• Proven expertise in building relationships with Elders/Senior clients, their families and community organizations.
• Experience working with seniors with dementia; Alzheimer’s Disease; mobility issues; sight and/or hearing loss; addictions, and/or mental illness.
• Fluent in English and the local Cree dialect.
• Ability to remain calm and non-judgmental in all situations and in all dealings with clients, families, service providers, and community members.
• Keen understanding and knowledge of local Indigenous culture, community values and traditions.
• Experience developing, coordinating, and facilitating Elders/Seniors programs that support their culture, traditions, and well-being.
• Ability to network and promote Elders/Seniors programs and services to the community and organizations on a consistent basis.
  • A thorough understanding of community/rural issues that affect Elders/Seniors and knowledge of appropriate supports.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • An ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Designations:

• Current First Aid, CPR & AED Certification.
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills and training on working with clients with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease would be an asset.
• Class 5 license and own reliable vehicle; $2,000,000 vehicle liability business insurance.
• A clear Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check required before commencing employment. 

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good public speaking and facilitation abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills that forge respectful, positive interactions and relationships with Elders/Seniors, their family members, and service providers.
• Ability to cope and have standard of practice solutions for situations faced by vulnerable clients.
• Ability to cope with a fluid and dynamic schedule.

Work Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Sitting for short periods in an office environment and while driving.
• Standing and moving around for extended periods while delivering programs and/or interacting with participants.
• Moderate lifting not to exceed 30 lbs.
• Outdoors in land-based settings.
• Rural and Town Home visits and meetings with partner agencies.

How To Apply:

Depending on experience and qualifications AWN offers a comprehensive salary. This position is for a one-year term with the possibility of extension.

To take advantage of this opportunity, email your cover letter and resume to:  hr@adcalberta.com