Assisted Living Ombudsman Program Manager

Job description

Ensure the rights of Assisted Living residents by joining Springwell as an Ombudsman Program Manager. The Compensation for this role is $65,000. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Ombudsman is a Swedish word meaning "representative of the people". As an Assisted Living Residence (ALR) Ombudsman Program Manager, you work to develop, administer, and oversee the Regional ALR Ombudsman services and promote its philosophy of advocating and maintaining assisted living residents' rights. This requires meeting with residents in-person at approximately 60 ALR throughout the Greater Boston and MetroWest region. You will work closely with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services State Ombudsman Unit to ensure that requirements are fulfilled as outlined in the federal Older Americans Act, statewide long-term care Ombudsman regulations and policies, and Host agency designation agreement. QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree required, with a degree in social work or a related field preferred. - 3-5 years' experience working with the older adults and/or the disability population preferred. - Experience in supervisory role or demonstrated leadership experience - A positive attitude, flexibility, and ab...