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Flexible Schedule
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Fairfield, CA 94533
The Discharge/Eviction Specialist is responsible for reviewing skilled nursing facility discharge notices and facility eviction notices (both skilled and Retirement Communities for the Elderly) to ensure that residents’ rights are being honored. The notices are reviewed to ensure that the required information on residents’ rights is included in the notice and that the contact information for the local long-term care Ombudsman program is current and the appeal process information is stated. The specialist will work with facility contacts to resolve any resident rights issues. The Specialist will work with the Intake Team and the Ombudsman Program on identifying inappropriate discharge practices. Any inappropriate discharges will be brought the attention of the assigned Ombudsman. In addition to the review of facility notifications, the specialist may be asked to work with residents/family members and facility staff to ensure that a safe discharge plan is in place. Reports to: LTC Ombudsman Program Coordinator
Date Posted: 2024-03-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Fairfield, CA 94533
The Elder and Adults with Disability Justice Program facilitates access to the range of care and services often needed by abuse victims and their families. We act as a main point of contact for those who have experienced harm or mistreatment and coordinate personalized support for each individual. Our services are available to victims of crime in Solano County: Seniors who are 60 and older Disabled adults who are 18-59 with mental and/or physical disabilities that require assistance from others for normal activities and to protect their rights Working with community partners, we help victims receive the support and services they need-which can range from counseling to compensation to rides to and from appointments. All services are free of charge. We are looking for a volunteer to help spread the word at tabling events, community events, with local law enforcement agencies and with community partners. We’re looking to organize groups in churches, senior communities, adult programs and more to offer education about abuse, as well as peer-to-peer counseling.
Date Posted: 2024-03-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
At Empowered Aging we believe aging is a natural phase of life, deserving of respect and dignity. Every day we empower, educate, and partner with older adults and adults with disabilities to best meet their unique needs - from providing opportunities to stay connected to the activities they love to ensuring they are free from neglect and abuse. Empowered Aging, previously known as Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda, started in Contra Costa County with just a few government grants, a single staff person, and a lot of determination. Over 50 years later, we have evolved, expanding our reach to meet the needs of our time that are impacting a vulnerable and vastly diverse senior community. We are looking for a Resource Fair Representative to help us during the busy 'resource fair season', May through October....when we just can't be in two places at once. This volunteer would go to various fairs throughout Solano, Contra Costa, and Alameda county to help us spread the word on all of our amazing programs we have for seniors. Most fairs are approximately 2 to 3 hours long and run between 11am to 4pm. We will give you all of the supplies to set up the booth/table, all of the information regarding our programs, and the opportunity to connect with the community.
Date Posted: 2024-03-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Fairfield, CA 94533
Empowered Aging's Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance - Solano County - has a mission to connect older adults who are at risk for social isolation with caring individuals who volunteer to help combat negative health effects associated with loneliness. We provide our volunteers with training to offer safety, companionship, and engagement through consistent weekly telephone calls, video conferencing, in-home visits (when safe*), and a variety of other innovative quality interactions. These visits also serve as a way to assess for safety risks and any unmet needs with the opportunity to connect clients with necessary community resources and services that they might not have been able to access otherwise. Whether you are participating in video chats, preparing care packages, or playing games virtually or in person, this program offers a number of ways to provide care and peace of mind while enriching your life and the lives of older adults in our community. Visits can take place in person, virtually, or over the phone.
Date Posted: 2024-03-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Positions Description - Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda County! The Field Ombudsman is a critical and trusted leader within the Empowered Aging team, trained to address issues negatively impacting the lives of long-term care residents through facility coverage and investigation as on behalf of residents in long-term care. Field Ombudsmen are called to facilities to mediate, negotiate and bring about resolution between residents, facilities and family members. Our job is not to "fix" the issue for the resident, but rather empower the resident to address the issue, when possible, and work cooperatively with all parties to bring about change and progress. We support compliance through education model and find that Field Ombudsmen are often called upon to provide on the spot education and information for facility staff and administrators. Objectives Protect the rights and preserve the dignity of residents living in long-term care facilities in Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda County. Responsibilities - Monitor assigned long term facilities for quality of care, quality of life and violation of residents' rights - Advocate on behalf of facility resident - Receive, investigate and resolve complaints on behalf of resident - Work to resolve systemic problems that affect residents living in long-term care Skills Required - Patience - Strong Communication Skills - Ability to work well with diverse groups of people in complicated situations - Eagerness to work with the aging community. Prerequisites - Be at least 18 years old - Must not have worked in a long-term care facility in the past 12 months - Complete and submit an application packet - Ability to pass a background check - Access to reliable transportation Training 36 hours of module training 16-20 classroom hours 10 hours in the field - shadowing Commitment 10-15 hours per month(includes travel, phone calls, and monthly in-service)** Benefits - Free ongoing training and educational opportunities regarding aging, dementia, long-term care and new innovations in health care. - Community of like-minded individuals who are committed to the aging and long-term care - Flexible schedule - Field Ombudsman set their own schedule and visit when it is convenient for them. Supervision Field Ombudsman receive ongoing support and mentoring from a designated staff member as they navigate the long-term care ombudsman and learn how to best serve residents and their families.
Date Posted: 2024-03-04
