Job description

People for People is looking for a dynamic and caring person for a Full Time Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman position to service Central Washington Region including Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln and Okanogan Counties. Please visit our website at www.pfp.orgfor a complete job description and to apply.

Summary: The Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman provides resources to empower individuals, families, and the community to help ensure the safety and dignity of all residents in long-term care settings. This is done by educating residents, staff, family, and the larger community about the rights and laws that protect residents living in these facilities. The Regional Ombudsman is a visible advocate who will actively visit long-term care facilities and receive and respond to complaints filed with the office by, or on behalf of, a resident. The Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman shall promote both individual and systematic complaint resolution activities, including community involvement, administrative and legislative monitoring and reporting.

Requirements:

· B.A. in Health, Nursing, Social Services, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.

· Three years of direct work in human services or related field.

· A combination of education and measurable experience which demonstrates the capacity to perform the duties of this position may substitute.

· Preferred experience: Supervision (staff and/or volunteers); Conducting Training; Public Speaking.

· Must be (or become) fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as required by the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman office.

· People For People is committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing and passing a pre-employment drug screen.

· Employment is further contingent on successfully passing a Washington State Patrol Background Check and/or National Background Check, Reference Checks and all other required documentation.

· Must be free of conflict of interests as defined in WAC 365-18 which interfere or have the appearance of interfering with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman’s responsibilities. In particular, must not have been an employee in any capacity with a long-term care facility for one year prior to appointment.

· Must have no pecuniary interest in the provision of long-term care services.

· Must have car insurance and valid Washington Driver’s License.

· Must be a resident of the region served by the Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program who employs them.

· Regular attendance is essential.

Wage: $20.00 - $22.52/Hour DOQ plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits:

· 13 Paid holidays

· 2 Weeks paid vacation annually

· Paid Sick Leave

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Flexible Savings Arrangement (FSA)

· Employer paid Group Term Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability Insurance.

· 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution and Annual Base Contribution

· Roth IRA option

· Tuition Reimbursement Program

· 80 Hours Paid Jury Duty Leave

· Paid Bereavement Leave

Please apply on our website at www.pfp.org. To be considered for this position, you must apply on our website and include all of the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume and a People For People Application. Only complete application packets will be considered.

Position may remain open until filled.

People For People is an equal opportunity employer/program. and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, disability, sex, marital status, age, or any other protected status covered by the federal or state law. Please let People For People know if you need of a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job or to participate in the application process.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service 711.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.52 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Must be able to pass a pos offer, pre-employment drug screening
• Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment background check

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yakima, WA 98902

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