The California Department on Aging is seeking a State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The position is responsible for the management and leadership of the LTC Ombudsman Program through the direction of the Office and 35 local LTC Ombudsman programs to ensure that a statewide system is in place to effectively receive, investigate, and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents of skilled nursing facilities, and residential care facilities for the elderly, and to provide services and information to assist residents in the protection of their health, safety, welfare, and rights. The position and office are located in Sacramento, CA. 

Requirements:

• Expertise and experience in the fields of long-term care and advocacy.
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years' professional experience (aggregate) that shall include all of the following areas:
  • Gerontology, long-term care, or other relevant social services or health services programs.
  • The legal system and the legislative process.
  • Dispute or problem resolution techniques, including investigation, mediation, and negotiation.
  • Organizational management and program administration.
• May not have been employed by any long-term care facility within the three-year period immediately preceding his or her appointment. 

The deadline for applications is Monday, April 28.

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