Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
This position will assist Oneida Elderly with in-home chores which includes cleaning, laundry, cooking, limited personal care, cleaning windows, changing bedding, etc. to help them maintain a more independent lifestyle in their homes. Incumbent will be responsible for keeping records of services provided to clients.
Responsibilities:
The Home Care Worker position performs the following essential functions within the framework of Public Health Core Competencies (PHCC). These 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.
Analytical/Assessment Skills
1. Assess customer's long-term care needs, outcomes and risks.
2. Monitor and reassess customer's outcomes, and/or condition changes.
3. Implement risk mitigation strategies to promote the customer's health, safety and independence while respecting the member's rights.
4. Provide Homemaker services such as:
a. Meal preparation in accordance with any nutrition requirement.
b. Assistance with eating.
c. Light housekeeping.
d. Make medical and other appointments as necessary.
e. Provide laundry services.
5. Assist with limited personal care of client for comfort, cleanliness and grooming:
a. Bathing, hair care.
b. Oral Care
c. Dressing
d. Toileting
Policy Development/Program Planning Skills
6. Implement procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency.
7. Participate in team meetings and internal workgroups as required/requested.
8. Participate in on-going training to maintain current knowledge of professional standards.
Communication Skills
9. Provide concerns, observations, and follow-up information on clients to the Community Health Manager and/or Registered Nurse (RN) oversight in a timely manner.
10. Maintain a daily record of services provided and ensure accurate recordkeeping and data entry of all services.
11. Operate business computers and office machines, including a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software.
12. Communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
13. Ability to inform and communicate verbally and in writing in diverse and challenging situations with the ability to process information effectively, identify and define problems and make objective decisions.
14. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Cultural Competency Skills
15. Interact with customers, community partners and co-workers with fairness and equity and deliver services free of bias or prejudice.
Community Dimensions of Practice Skills
16. Develop and maintain existing relationships with partners.
Public Health Science Skills
17. Provide direct services to individuals and families during home visits, problem assessment, intervention, referrals and follow up services.
Financial Planning and Management Skills
18. Meet funding and other financial deadlines and follow purchasing processes.
Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills
19. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
Skills:
Essential:
* Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Exercise independent judgement
* Interact and maintain good professional working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
* Ability to maintain composure during difficult situations such as death and abuse
* Ability to work effectively with the elderly with empathy and enthusiasm.
* Ability to work independently or as part of an interdisciplinary team and meet strict timelines
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* General Ed, High School Equivalency Diploma, HS Diploma
* Applicants age 50 and older are exempt from this requirement
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training
* Health Insurance Portability (HIPAA) Accountability, Within thirty (30) days of employment hire and annually thereafter.
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP), Within ninety (90) days of employment.
* Basic Life Saving (BLS), Within ninety (90) days of hire.
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
* Ability and willingness to obtain certification in First Aid within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain certification during employment.
Credential equivalent experience:
Essential:
* A valid driver's license or occupational driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver's license or occupational driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state 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.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk frequently
* Sit frequently
* Reach frequently
* Stand occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Crawl occasionally
* Lift 11-24 pounds continuously
* Office setting
* Excessive cold
* Excessive heat
* Exposure to dangerous materials and situations
* Exposure to driving hazards
* Work potential for combative behavior
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Work extended hours
* Work irregular shifts
* Varicella vaccine required
* Measles mumps rubella vaccination required
Experience:
Nonessential:
* Working as a Home Health Aide, or Certified Medical Assistan
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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