Ombudsman Job at Calcasieu Council On Aging, Lake Charles, LA

WUhOMGJGR1M5c1IwemZYNzVTUjlKaTRZbHc9PQ==
  • Calcasieu Council On Aging
  • Lake Charles, LA

Job Description

Company Description

Calcasieu Council on Aging is a non-profit organization temporary located at 830 Hodges St., Ste. B, Lake Charles, LA, United States. The organization is dedicated to supporting the well-being and quality of life of aging individuals throughout the V Regions. Calcasieu Council on Aging provides various services and resources to enhance the lives of seniors and promote independence.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Ombudsman located in Lake Charles, LA. The Ombudsman will be responsible for advocating on behalf of residents in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care settings. Day-to-day tasks include investigating and resolving complaints, monitoring facility conditions, educating residents and their families about their rights, and working with facility staff to address issues. The Ombudsman will also document cases, conduct outreach, and participate in training sessions.

Qualifications

  • Experience in advocacy, investigation, and conflict resolution
  • Knowledge of long-term care regulations and resident rights
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively
  • Empathy and understanding of the needs of elderly individuals
  • Ability to travel to various facilities as needed
  • Relevant certifications or training in elder care or social work is a plus
  • Bachelor's degree in social work, Gerontology, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Work History:

  • Minimum of three years of steady employment.
  • Experience in gerontology or long-term care settings is highly desirable.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must pass a criminal background check.
  • Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work,

Similar Jobs

Mission Essential

Sr. HUMINT Desk Officer Job at Mission Essential

DESCRIPTION Conduct day-to-day technical oversight, coordination, deconfliction, and synchronization of HUMINT operations conducted under Secretary of the Army (SECARMY) defense HUMINT executor (DHE) activities in their assigned area of responsibility. Provide subject...

Rise Technical

Senior Software Engineer (Python / FastAPI) Job at Rise Technical

 ...expertise across Python, FastAPI, cloud infrastructure, and scalable architectures, and establish a long-term career within a company built from...  ...investors and supported by respected leaders across the tech landscape, this forward-thinking start-up is on track to become Miamis... 

Outlier AI

Problem-Solving Rater Job at Outlier AI

 ...data has led to AI advancements for the world's leading AI labs and large language model builders. Weve built a best-in-class remote work platform for our freelance contributors to provide valuable, specialized skills, and we in turn strive to provide them with a... 

Insignis Talent

Office Coordinator Job at Insignis Talent

 ...Director Hours per Week: 40 (Mon-Fri; 8am-5pm) Salary: $80,000-85,000 per annum, DOE In-Office: 5 Days per week We are seeking an experienced Office Coordinator to join an award-winning design firm in Manhattan. In this role you will be the face of our... 

Excelon Solutions

Senior Network Engineer Job at Excelon Solutions

 ...Face-to-face interview. Job Description Our team of engineers help support, build, and innovate our network connectivity and automation capabilities. Our engineers will work with other engineers to implement, manage support, troubleshoot, and improve all areas...