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11 people are interested
Advocates Needed for older adults and adults with disabilities
ORGANIZATION: Pierce County LTC Ombudsman
Please visit the new page to apply.
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11 people are interested
Volunteers are needed to advocate for residents living in Long Term Care communities in Pierce County. Volunteers are assigned to one or two LTC facilities and visit residents, get to know the community, assist in dispute resolution, make reports to investigatory authorities when appropriate and attend bi-monthly in-service trainings. Sound judgement, people skills, and strong advocacy are a must.
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About Pierce County LTC Ombudsman
Location:
3602 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98418, US
Mission Statement
The Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for residents of nursing homes, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities. Our purpose is to protect and promote the Resident Rights guaranteed these residents under Federal and State law and regulations. We are trained to receive complaints and resolve problems in situations involving quality of care, use of restraints, transfer and discharge, abuse and other aspects of resident dignity and rights.
Description
Program staff and certified volunteers work in nursing homes, adult family homes, and boarding homes. Certified ombudsmen are a listening ear and a voice for residents of long-term care settings.
Ombudsmen educate residents, staff, families and the community about long-term care issues, resources, resident rights and quality of life in long-term care settings.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3602 Pacific AveTacomaTacoma, WA 98418
DATE POSTED
April 12, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Mental Health
- Problem Solving
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Healthcare
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours a week