Elder Rights Intern

Job Details: Job Location: GREEN

• UNIONTOWN, OH, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Assists ER Department with advocacy for the ER Division Obtain certification as Volunteer Ombudsman through initial training and field experience. Make regular advocacy visits to assigned nursing homes, residential care and/or adult care facilities as assigned by Field Instructor or Ombudsman Mentor. Gather information about complaints and with the resident’s permission, refer to Ombudsman staff. Make observations of conditions in facilities. Assist in complaint handling, information gathering and follow-up according to LTCOP policy and procedure as assigned by Field Instructor or Ombudsman Mentor Attend resident and family council meetings, with residents’ permission as assigned by Field Instructor or Ombudsman Mentor. Provide information about Long Term Care Ombudsman Program services to residents and their families through visitation, the distribution of brochures, calling cards and other means. Monitor facilities to ensure that a Long Term Care Ombudsman Program poster, a copy of resident’s rights, benefits information, and other advocacy and regulatory agencies are posted; and that a copy of the most recent ODH survey report is in an area easily accessible to residents and families. Attend and observe Ohio Department of Health survey exit meetings as assigned.

Qualifications

Interest in working with and advocating for the elderly and disabled population Successful completion of Ohio Department of Aging Certification Training Must be over 18 years of age Must have own means of transportation to perform duties Must agree to a background check through resources determined by the Agency Physical/Mental Position Qualifications Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to follow direction regarding accurate documentation Ability to operate a computer well enough to perform duties