Provider Programs Manager jobs in Fairbanks, AK

Part-Time Flexible schedules available -Assisting seniors within their home setting.  

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified    

SUMMARY:     

The Chore Provider performs tasks to assist a participant in maintaining his/her independence
while allowing them to remain in their home. The Chore Provider performs household tasks that individuals cannot
perform themselves.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:    

1. Assists with light housekeeping essential to the participant’s health and safety, including
but not limited to cleaning within the residence used by the participant,
changing bed linens, laundering the participant’s clothing, dish washing, and
snow removal.    

2. Provides other services determined necessary to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe
living environment.    

3. Shops for groceries, and other household items required specifically for the individuals
health and maintenance.    

4. Prepares meals and assists the eligible individual with meals as necessary.    

5. Assures that health and safety needs of the participant are observed.    

6. Maintains timely and accurate documentation.    

7. Ensures communication between all professional and supervisory staff.    

8. Promotes self-confidence and self-esteem of participants through the use of positive
interaction and motivational techniques.    

9. Plans work in a way that fosters quality and maximizes the efficient use of agency resources.    

10. Participates in agency meetings and contributes to a positive working environment.    

11. Inputs participant information and case notes into electronic medical record, in accordance with agency procedures, state and
federal requirements.    

12. Implements all agency policies as appropriate.    

13. Attends training seminars, in-service sessions, and staff meetings.    

14. Responsible for maintaining training compliance in accordance with FRA policies and procedures, state and federal regulations.     

15. Provides other support services and duties as necessary.    

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:    

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.    

2. 1 – Year Verifiable Work Experience (Preferred experience in Human/Social
Services Setting).    

3. Must meet agency insurance criteria for operating agency and personal vehicles on agency business (21 y/o and licensed 3 years).    

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:    

Demonstrate proficiency in direct care activities and training. Ability to communicate effectively with participants and families, assess needs and coordinate individual participant services. Ability to organize, writes reports, and provides services in a timely manner. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Willingness to work independently and on a flexible schedule. Proficiency in menu planning, meal preparation and general housekeeping functions. Demonstrated sincere interest in working in a direct care position serving the emotional,
physical, and health needs of eligible individuals. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Must have reliable transportation and a good driving record. Must possess the knowledge and ability to utilize a computer and electronic medical record (EMR) system. Ability to learn new software and hardware applications.  

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:    

Alaska Driver’s License    

Agency Provided Certifications

• Certification in Adult CPR    
• Certification in First Aid    
• Geri-Care Certification    

IMMUNIZATION REQUIRED:    

Annual PPD Test    

Hepatitis B immunization (or) Waiver    

WORKING CONDITIONS:    

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds
of force constantly to move objects.    

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:    

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.    

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.    

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.    

Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.    

Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.    

Pushing: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, press against something with steady force in order to thrust
forwards, downward or outward.    

Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.    

Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.     

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Included are activities that demand detailed or important instructions spoken to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.    

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds with no less than a 40db loss. Ability to receive verbal communications and identify fine discriminations in sound.    

Driving: Minimum standards required by State Law (including license).    

Fairbanks Resource Agency shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.   

Equal Employment Opportunity - We are an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified individuals are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or changes in marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or disability.

All Employees are expected to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain an approved accommodation through personnel.