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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Long-Term Care Ombudsman in State of Iowa, Iowa
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Salary
$50,252.80 - $76,336.00 Annually
Location
State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-03816
Agency
401 Health & Human Services - Central Office
Opening Date
05/08/2024
Closing Date
5/19/2024 11:59 PM Central
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Point of Contact
angela.r.vanpelt@hhs.iowa.gov
Description
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Job Description
Operating under the federal Older Americans Act, the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (OSLTCO) plays a crucial role in safeguarding the well-being and rights of individuals residing in long-term care facilities. The OSLTCO is seeking a Long-Term Care Ombudsman to review, investigate and work to resolve complaints for or on behalf of residents/tenants in long-term care facilities and Medicaid managed care members receiving Medicaid long-term services and supports in the community.
Travel is required. This position will cover the Western area of the State of Iowa.
Responsibilities:
Conduct facility visits, investigate and work to resolve complaints by or on behalf of residents/tenants in long-term care facilities Provide information, consultation and education to individuals, providers, facility staff, resident and family councils and document all activity details.
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of resident's rights and state and federal rules and regulations, and apply appropriate strategies for resolving complaints and representing the rights of residents/tenants.
Monitor operations of long-term care facilities by going to the facility and observing staff and facility routine, visiting with residents, family and visitors about their satisfaction with quality of care and quality of life at the facility.
Review, investigate and work to resolve complaints by or on behalf of Medicaid managed care recipients with their managed care organization. Assist recipients in understanding the services, coverage, access provisions, responsibilities, their rights and opportunities under Medicaid Managed Care.
Provide advice and assistance relating to the preparation and filing of complaints, grievances, and appeals of complaints or grievances, including through processes available under managed care. Provide information, consultation, and education on long-term services and supports related to the Medicaid managed care program.
Determine the most resourceful utilization and placement of volunteers within assigned territory, provide support and consultation to Certified Long-Term Care Ombudsman volunteers
Promote the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program through networking with internal and external customers-this includes participation in Department meetings, committees and events as well as other duties as assigned by supervisor
Benefits:We have a great total compensation package, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for more details)
Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)
Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Our Benefits at a Glance (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/benefits/documents/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) outlines the great benefits for this position.
State of Iowa EEO/AA and E-Verify Statement:Minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and those with the ability to speak, read, and/or write additional languages (include in your application or resume) is encouraged to apply.
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Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or Long Term Care;
OR
an equivalent combination of experience and education substituting one year of the required full-time professional/technical experience in long term care for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education to a maximum of two years.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/LongTermCareOmbudsman-02600.pdf)
Additional Qualification Requirements
Applicants for positions in the Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman must sign a statement showing they have no conflict of interest as indicated in the Older Americans Act.
Must possess a valid driver's license and proof of motor vehicle insurance.
Travel required.
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